The World Health Organization WHO has warned against lifting the stay Some state governors in Nigeria have been criticized for lifting the Speaking at a press conference on Friday Apri 10, the Director Taking Africa as an example, the WHO boss said
We’ve seen an alarming acceleration in other countries. I want to I know that some countries are already planning the transition out of WHO is working with affected countries on strategies for gradually 1. transmission is controlled 2. sufficient public health & medical services are available 3. outbreak risks in spec settings are minimized. 4. preventive measures are in place in workplaces, schools & other essential places 5. importation risks can be managed 5. communities are fully aware and engaged in the transition” he said
at home restriction order announced in some countries as part of
measures to stem the spread of COVID-19.
ban on public gatherings this weekend for Christians to celebrate Easter
and for some mosques to congregate.
General of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom
Ghebreyesus, said this could lead to a deadly resurgence of the viral
disease.
take a moment to highlight Africa, where we are seeing the spread of the
#Coronavirus to rural areas. We are now seeing clusters of cases and
community spread in more than 16 countries. We anticipate severe
hardship for already overstretched health systems, particularly in rural
areas, which normally lack the resources of those in cities.
#StayHome restrictions. WHO wants to see restrictions lifted as much as
anyone. At the same time, lifting restrictions too quickly could lead
to a deadly resurgence. The way down can be as dangerous as the way up
if not managed properly.
& safely easing restrictions. Imp. factors to consider are that:
COVID-19: Lifting restrictions too quickly could lead to a deadly resurgence- WHO warns
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