Responses to COVID-19 now more of a threat than the virus itself, says WHO

Newly dug, empty graves fill the Sao Luiz cemetery where COVID-19 victims will be buried in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Monday, June 22, 2020. (AP Photo/Andre Penner)

Newly dug graves at the Sao Luiz cemetery in Sao Paulo, Brazil Source: AAP

The World Health Organisation has warned the response to the coronavirus pandemic is now a bigger threat than the virus itself.


As the number of global coronavirus cases passes nine million, the World Health Organisation is warning the response to the pandemic is now a bigger threat than the virus itself.

WHO Director General Tedros Ghebreyesus says the latest figures show the spread of the virus is continuing to accelerate.


 

People in Australia must stay at least 1.5 metres away from others. Check your state’s restrictions on gathering limits https://www.sbs.com.au/language/indonesian/bagaimana-negara-bagian-dan-wilayah-di-australia-melonggarkan-pembatasan-virus-corona. 

Testing for coronavirus is now widely available across Australia. If you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms, arrange a test by calling your doctor or contact the Coronavirus Health Information Hotline on 1800 020 080.

The Federal Government's coronavirus tracing app COVIDSafe is available for download from your phone's app store.

SBS is committed to informing Australia’s diverse communities about the latest COVID-19 developments. News and information is available in 63 languages at www.sbs.com.au/coronavirus


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