Zafar Mirza urges people to practice social distancing
Last updated on: 21 March,2020 05:42 pm
More than 3000 people are spending their time in quarantine facilities: Zafar Mirza
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – State Minister for Health Dr Zafar Mirza has said that government is taking steps on emergency basis to deal with coronavirus and urged masses to follow national-level measures to fight this disease.
During a press conference, Special Assistant Zafar Mirza said that National Coordination Committee, which was formed on March 20, will monitor situation of coronavirus in the country. He also said that coordination between provincial and federal governments will also be improved.
Dr Zafar Mirza further said that there are more than 3000 people who are spending their time in quarantine facilities.
He also said that Pakistan currently has 14 labs working, established by the government of Pakistan and this is across the provinces, including GB.
Dr Zafar added “we must practice social distancing across the cities and in different provinces. We have seen an increase in the practice, but more needs to be done.”