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The global concern about the outbreak of COVID-19 has put a lot of pressure on the shipping industry, especially to those operators trading to Far East and Chinese Ports. The whole community has responded to this major coronavirus outbreak by issuing guidance and instructions on what measures should be taken to avoid contagion.

Amid the spread of the corona outbreak, many issues are arising for the shipping industry as well. In addition to the health tips that seafarers must be aware of, the shipping industry should have a clear picture regarding legal issues, such as if an owner can refuse to go to an affected port.

The Coronavirus outbreak has set the shipping industry into a frenzy, with major shipping stakeholders issuing guidance and recommendations, ports halting operations until further notice and a feeling of uncertainty on how this emergency will be dealt with.

Following the news of the coronavirus outbreak, oil prices rose on Friday but were still set for a fourth consecutive weekly loss, with markets now waiting for the developments in the sector after WHO declared a global emergency.

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) recently issued its recommendations in order to limit coronavirus's spread. Specifically, its guidance follows with the World Health Organisation's (WHO) advice, saying that if the recommended measures are taken, there should be no ‘unnecessary restrictions of international traffic’.

Operators calling at ports in China must be aware of the new coronavirus, which according to the World Health Organisation (“WHO”) may be linked to cases of pneumonia first reported in Wuhan City, Hubei province, on 31 December 2019.

At least 80 people have lost their lives and 850 have confirmed infections from the new coronavirus around the world, with China the main centre of concern. As a result, the cruise industry is taking action, with some cruise lines even suspending operations in affected areas.

The outbreak of coronavirus has been at the centre of discussions as it has already led to a number of fatalities, while the shipping industry and stakeholders have issued advises and steps to be taken so that seafarers are protected.

Every 40 seconds, someone in the world loses their life to suicide, a figure which could justify a global interest in a greater awareness on mental health issues. On the occasion of the World Mental Health Day 2019 celebrated today, the World Health Organization sheds a focus on suicide prevention.

Following an analysis of current research related to microplastics in drinking-water, the World Health Organization (WHO) has called for a further assessment of microplastics in the environment and their potential impacts on human health.