WHO declares coronavirus a global health emergency - SABC News - Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events. Africa's news leader.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared the coronavirus outbreak a global health emergency.

The WHO says countries with weak health systems should be supported and that knowledge about the virus should be shared. The organisation has, however, warned that misinformation about the virus should be avoided.-combat the spread of rumours & misinformation.

-review preparedness plans, identify gaps & evaluate the resources needed to identify, isolate & care for cases, & prevent transmission"-

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