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WHO technical lead on the coronavirus pandemic, Maria van Kerkhove

WHO technical lead on the coronavirus pandemic, Maria van Kerkhove Source: Getty Images

The WHO's Dr Maria Van Kerkhove believes 2022 has the potential to be the year 'we end the COVID-19 pandemic'.


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By Hannah Kwon

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The WHO's Dr Maria Van Kerkhove believes 2022 has the potential to be the year 'we end the COVID-19 pandemic'.



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