[NPOC-EC] Health Advisory from ICANN :An Update on the Coronavirus and Its Impact on ICANN

[Caleb Olumuyiwa Ogundele]

Blog Post by : Simon Garside, Vice President, Security Operations

As you are likely aware, there has been an outbreak of a new coronavirus,
2019-Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCOV), which was first identified in Wuhan,
China. The virus has spread, with confirmed cases currently in 18
countries. The World Health Organization (WHO) has concluded that this is a
Global Health Emergency.

The health and safety of ICANN’s global community is a top priority and
ICANN org is closely monitoring the situation. Out of an abundance of
caution, the org has implemented a unilateral travel ban on all flights to
and from China (inclusive of Hong Kong and Macau) that applies to all org
staff. This travel ban includes connecting flights. Because of the global
nature of this emergency, the health of ICANN funded-travelers is also at
risk, and we intend to work with the community leadership to ensure their
safety as well. We also recommend that non-essential travel worldwide,
particularly to and from those countries that are affected by the virus, be
reconsidered in light of this outbreak.

While we do not anticipate that 2019-nCOV will impact upcoming ICANN events,
we will update the community as soon as possible in the event that a change
is deemed appropriate. As of now, we fully intend to move forward with
ICANN67 <https://meetings.icann.org/en/cancun67> in Cancún, Mexico.

I encourage you to read the WHO’s advice for the public
<https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public>
regarding
the coronavirus, and to seek immediate medical attention if you begin
displaying symptoms. Take all precautions at this time. If you are sick, or
feeling poorly for any reason, avoid travel when possible. We also
encourage you to stay apprised of the guidance and advisories being
provided by your home country.

We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
If you have any questions, please reach out to the Security Operations team
at security-operations at icann.org.

Caleb Ogundele

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