Coronavirus: 'UK doctors are prepared and know how to deal with it'

There's been a lot of talk in the news recently about the coronavirus.

It's a new virus that has started to spread from China, but has also been found in a small number of other countries.

Find out more: Coronavirus: What is the new China virus and what's being done about it?

In the UK, the risk of infection is considered "low" and there are no confirmed cases here although checks have been put in place at ports and airports.

However, some travellers to the UK from those parts of China that are affected are being examined by doctors.

BBC Health expert Sophie Hutchinson explains that although the risk is considered low, the UK is ready in case the coronavirus does make its way here.

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