New coronavirus first death in Greece March 12 21:01

The Greek Ministry of Health announced on March 12 that a 66-year-old man infected with the new coronavirus has died from multiple organ failure. This is the first time a patient has died in Greece.

The deceased man had been confirmed infected after complaining of fever and other symptoms after returning from a tour to Israel and Egypt late last month.

The tour was attended by 54 people, including men, but it has been confirmed that most people have been infected.

The Greek government has closed schools nationwide and banned rallying and sporting events, saying that the infection was spreading mainly in the area of ​​Olympia where the Olympic ceremony was held. You.