Simon Harris apologises for suggesting there were 18 previous coronaviruses

Covid-19 got its name as it was first reported in 2019.
Simon Harris apologises for suggesting there were 18 previous coronaviruses
Wed, 22 Apr, 2020 - 22:28
Digital Desk staff

The Health Minister has apologised after suggesting there were 18 previous coronaviruses.

Earlier this morning, Simon Harris had been asked about a vaccine and said there is no guarantee as the previous diseases don't have a cure.

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