400 people are known to have Covid-19 across Italy, following an outbreak in northern regions.
While a person in California has been diagnosed, despite not travelling abroad, and no known connections to someone infected.
Here at home, an awareness campaign is underway at the country's ports and airports in response to the virus.
The country's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Tony Holohan, says details will include what to look out for and what regions are of concern:
