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First person in the US admitted to hospital with a new strain of the coronavirus.
Man in his 30s was admitted to the special pathogens unit in a hospital in Everett, Washington, on Monday.
Doctor operated a robot, equipped with camera, microphone and stethoscope, from outside the room.
First time special pathogens unit has been used, but training drills carried out regularly.
Single entry point is guarded by security officers and visitors wear full body protection.
Virus originating in Wuhan has killed at least 17 people in China and infected hundreds more.
Most of those confirmed to have died of the illness had previous medical conditions and were 60 or older.
