All of humanity is rightfully concerned about the coronavirus pandemic that is sweeping the globe. Popular Science has an excellent article to help you understand the risks associated with the recent epidemic.
Dr. Alessandro Vespignani published an analysis of the ongoing spread of the epidemic. I was lucky enough to attend a session he presented on his amazing and powerful software GLEAM that can model these outbreaks and give excellent predictions on what might happen.
Finally, read this article if you want to understand risk of infection and consequences.