The coronavirus pandemic that originated in Wuhan, China, has reached over 150 countries and resulted in thousands of deaths.

People are carrying out acts of kindness in the midst of the pandemic, making get well soon cards for people in quarantine and repurposing food from cancelled events to feed first responders.

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The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has reached over 150 countries, infected hundreds of thousands of people, and resulted in thousands of deaths.

Fear around public health emergencies like the coronavirus can bring out the worst in people, but it can also provide inspiring examples of people choosing to be kind.

Even in the midst of the crisis, people are making sure those in quarantine don't feel alone, and turning canceled events into opportunities to give back.

Here are some recent instances of everyday people making the best of unfortunate situations.