WHO says Cambodia at critical point in fight against COVID-19

[geovalin]

The World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday that Cambodia is at a critical point in the fight against COVID-19, calling on everyone to do what they can to fight against the disease. The Southeast Asian country has been enduring the third community COVID-19 outbreak since Feb. 20, with at least 1,062 people infected and three deaths so far.

The recent COVID-19 outbreaks are most likely caused by the new B.1.1.7 variant, which transmits more quickly than the previously circulating virus, the WHO said in a joint statement with the Ministry of Health. It added that seeking appropriate care in a timely manner can reduce the risk of dying due to COVID-19.

“The tragic deaths due to COVID-19 are a reminder to us all of the seriousness of this disease. It can affect anyone at any time,” Li Ailan, WHO representative to Cambodia, said. “The country is at a critical stage of fighting against COVID-19, but we have a window of opportunity to stop virus spread if we all act together with solidarity,” she added.

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[G Rex]

Hmmm  , 3 deaths from Covid 19 since Feb 20   -  sounds incredibly serious.     

[PETERTHEEATER]

Meanwhile, the daily toll from road accidents continues to mount.....