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People Are Resorting To Unusual Methods To Protect Themselves Against Coronavirus
As numbers of confirmed novel coronavirus cases rise steadily, people in China and other parts of the world are resorting to creative measures to protect themselves.
Pictures of people wearing water bottles over their heads have been surfacing online.
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Pictures of people wearing water bottles over their heads have been surfacing online.
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Trying to protect themselves
Other measures include wearing plastic bags over their heads or bodies or even donning motorcycle helmets were also seen.
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Medical supplies unable to meet needs
While it may look comical, the unconventional measures taken are an indication of how desperate people are to protect themselves and their families from the deadly virus.
It has been reported that many areas, especially those closest to Wuhan, China, are in dire need for protective supplies including masks, protective suits and disinfectant.
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) a total of 6,065 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide as of Jan 29, 2020.
A total of 132 people have died from the virus.
Our only hope now is that the situation improves in the coming days.
Our only hope now is that the situation improves in the coming days.
Please stay safe everyone. For recommendations and advice on self protection against the virus, head to WHO.