U.S. virus expert undermines likelihood of MERS becoming a pandemic
While the MERS threat has been one of the most pressing issue in South Korea recently, a U.S. virus expert thinks that the potential of the virus becoming a wide-spread pandemic…
Kim Jong Kook gives thoughtful answer when approached on MERS situation in Hong Kong
Singer and entertainer Kim Jong Kook has been approached with questions regarding MERS during his visit to Hong Kong.
MERS death toll rises and 14 more cases confirmed
On June 7th, the MERS death toll rose with the death of a 75-year old man in Seoul.
Total cases of MERS in South Korea rises with 9 more confirmed
With a previous count of 41, nine additional people have been confirmed to have been infected with MERS as of June 6th, reports Korea Herald.
“Music Core” issues “no mask, no entry” rule as precaution for MERS
In light of the recent MERS outbreak in South Korea, Music Core issued a precaution to all artists, staff members and attendees.
MERS-infected Korean doctor causes more than 1,500 people to go into quarantine
A South Korean doctor who was suspected of having MERS symptoms has come into contact with over 1,500 people, causing them to go into self-quarantine.
Fourth patient dies of MERS; Hundreds of schools cancelled class due to outbreak in South Korea
In light of the MERS outbreak in South Korea, which has already claimed four lives, hundreds of schools have cancelled classes to prevent the spread of the deadly virus.
MERS scare hits the entertainment industry
With MERS on the mind of everyone in South Korea, even the entertainment industry has begun to take precautions in preventing the disease from spreading.
South Korea suffers from its first 2 MERS-related death
On June 2nd, a 58-year-old woman and a 71-year-old man passed away, marking the first deaths in South Korea as a result of MERS.
