PM Morrison on virus and need for G20 discussion

Australia's prime minister Scott Morrison announced further measures Sunday to combat the spread of the new coronavirus and called for an urgent G20 meeting to address the financial implications of the crisis.

He said that together with UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, they agreed to hold a urgent meeting with the G20 finance ministers and governors as the coronavirus outbreak is having a serious economic impact across the globe.

He also asked all Australians to maintain a common-sense attitude while facing the outbreak.

''We're going to have to get used to some more changes in the way we live our lives'', he said.

Morrison asked Australians to make their best judgements about what's best for them, their families and the communities.

For most people, the new coronavirus causes only mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough.

For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia.