Covid: WHO, in Europe + 40% of deaths in a week – Last minute



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(ANSA) – ROME, OCTOBER 27 – Deaths from coronavirus in Europe have increased by 40% compared to a week ago, while infections by a third. WHO spokeswoman Margaret Harris told the BBC. “The concern is that intensive care is filling up with very sick people and throughout the European region we see an alarming increase in cases and victims,” ​​he added.

The increase in coronavirus cases in Europe is due, in part, to the fact that citizens have not received clear indications from governments about self-isolation, argues the World Health Organization. “If people receive help, they will isolate themselves, but if they only see signs or slogans without serious indications, they will not do so,” UN agency spokeswoman Margaret Harris told the BBC. “Asian countries have been more efficient in this and have actually been able to control the virus,” he added.

Regarding the closure, the WHO spokesman reiterated that closure is not a desirable solution but “it is understandable that, in some way, it is the easiest solution for a government.” (HANDLE).

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