Geneva-Sana
The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that the severe shortage of protective equipment for health workers facing the Corona epidemic is among the most urgent threats to the world today.
"The chronic global shortage of personal protective equipment has become among the most urgent threats to our common ability to save lives," Agence France-Presse quoted the organization's director general, Tedros Adhanom Gebrius, as saying.
Gabrios added that the organization has sent about two million separate pieces of personal protective equipment to 74 countries and is preparing to send a similar amount to 60 other countries.
"This problem can only be solved through international cooperation and solidarity," he added, noting that he urged the G-20 countries to use their "industrial strength and innovation" to produce and distribute the tools necessary to save the lives of more people.
According to an AFP count based on official information, the Coruna epidemic has resulted in the death of more than 25,000 people and recorded most of the deaths in Europe.