The World Health Organization urges the use of masks and vaccination against the Corona virus

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In such a situation, the head of the UN health agency urged the public to “get tested and seek care when necessary, because treatments against COVID-19 can prevent serious illness and death.”

“Continue wearing masks, ventilating and distancing to reduce exposure and ensure you and your loved ones get Covid-19 and flu vaccines.”

Gebreso called on governments to provide access to reliable tests, treatments and vaccines, especially for those most at risk of severe infection.

In this sense, he pointed out that the authorities must continue monitoring, sequencing and reporting to follow the development of the virus causing Covid-19, and provide clear messages about the possibilities of infection and the necessary measures to reduce the risks to their people.

He also recalled the necessity of following the permanent recommendations aimed at confronting the Coronavirus (Covid-19) issued by the World Health Organization in 2023 to confront the global threats of the disease.

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