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James the video-calling robot in action at a Belgian care home

James the video-calling robot in action at a Belgian care home Source: Reuters

More countries in Europe have announced travel bans, barred mass gatherings and imposed nationwide lock-downs to combat COVID-19, which has infected more than 170,000 people globally and killed more than 6,500. In Belgium, nursing homes have found an innovative way to keep residents connected to family during the isolation period.

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More countries in Europe have announced travel bans, barred mass gatherings and imposed nationwide lock-downs to combat COVID-19, which has infected more than 170,000 people globally and killed more than 6,500. In Belgium, nursing homes have found an innovative way to keep residents connected to family during the isolation period.

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