Coronavirus is sweeping the UK, with the number of cases rising on a daily basis.
Covid-19 is known as a novel coronavirus which means it is a member of the family of viruses which has never previously been encountered.
On March 9 the first case was confirmed in Sunderland.
The virus can cause pneumonia and those who have become ill have reported coughs, fever and breathing difficulties.
As of March 16, there were 1,543 cases in the UK and 55 deaths.
There have been 86 cases of coronavirus confirmed in North East and Yorkshire.
Eleven from Newcastle were confirmed by health authorities. It is believed one works at the Nike offices in Doxford Park, Sunderland, which closed for a deep clean.
Cases in England by NHS region
East of England - 81
London - 480
Midlands - 129
North East and Yorkshire - 86
North West - 83
South East - 173
South West - 77
