EU Health Ministers have met in Brussels for an emergency meeting to discuss the spread the COVID-19 virus in Europe.
With the virus now reported in 24 of its 27 member states, the EU has launched a procedure to boost levels of protective medical equipment in the bloc.
The bloc is working to enhance its information sharing and medical supplies, with no plans to impose EU-wide travel restrictions.
Lucy Hough (HOFF) has more from Brussels:
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