Coronavirus: U.S. death toll surpasses 40,000
Here’s a recap of the global response to the coronavirus pandemic for Sunday, April 19, 2020.
Over 2.4 million people worldwide have tested positive for the coronavirus, according to data from Johns Hopkins University. More than 160,000 people have died.
The United States has had over 750,000 confirmed coronavirus cases and more than 40,000 deaths. As some U.S. begin relaxing social distancing restrictions, a new poll showed a majority of Americans fear easing those guidelines could result in more deaths.
Russia reported 6,060 new cases over the past 24 hours, its highest single-day total to date. Meanwhile, Italians are debating first cautious steps out of their lockdown. "We must give citizens greater freedom of movement," said Deputy Health Minister Pierpaolo Sileri.
