Trending Now: From Patient Zero to nearly 12,000 cases: How early missteps and secrecy in China may have allowed the coronavirus to spread

In December, Chinese doctors suspected a new and dangerous virus strain. But Chinese leaders failed to quickly raise the alarm. An analysis of official statements, leaked accounts from Chinese medical professionals, newly released scientific data, and interviews with public health officials and infectious disease experts reveals potential missteps by China's overburdened public health officials.

Democracy Dies in Darkness     Trending Now Feb 1, 3:42 PM     From Patient Zero to nearly 12,000 cases: How early missteps and secrecy in China may have allowed the coronavirus to spread In December, Chinese doctors suspected a new and dangerous virus strain. But Chinese leaders failed to quickly raise the alarm. An analysis of official statements, leaked accounts from Chinese medical professionals, newly released scientific data, and interviews with public health officials and infectious disease experts reveals potential missteps by China's overburdened public health officials. Read more » Advertisement You received this email because you signed up for news alerts from The Washington Post. Manage my newsletters and alerts | Unsubscribe Privacy Policy | Help ©2020 The Washington Post, 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071