Pakistan halts flights to and from China with immediate effect. As the Coronavirus death toll reached 213 and the World Health Organization (WHO) called it a global health emergency.
Pakistan stand’s by the Chinese people in their valiant efforts to bring the Coronavirus under control
“We have decided to suspend flights to China until February 2,” Abdul Sattar Khokhar, Senior Joint Secretary of Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority, told reporters . He said the decision would be reviewed later depending on the situation.
As part of the measures against the deadly virus spread, the national carrier Pakistan International Airlines on Thursday also suspended its flights to Beijing.
On Thursday, Pakistan government decided not to evacuate its citizens from the coronavirus-hit Wuhan city to show “solidarity” with China though four Pakistani nationals have contracted the deadly disease in China. There were up to 800 Pakistanis studying in various universities in Wuhan – a city of 11 million people which has been quarantined by the Chinese authorities in an effort to stem the spread of the deadly virus that has killed 170 people and infected nearly 8,000 others.
The suspension of flight operations will add to the worries of Pakistani nationals in China as they were pleading the government for their immediate evacuation.
US already told its citizens to avoid China after the World Health Organization declared a global coronavirus emergency.
What is Coronavirus?
Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that are known to cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe disease.
This is how you can protect yourself & reduce risk from Coronavirus infection?
- Hand hygiene
- Cover mouth & nose when coughing & sneezing
- Thoroughly cook meat & eggs
- Avoid close contact with anyone with respiratory illness
- Avoid close contact with wild or live farm animals
Q &A on Coronavirus by World Health Organization
Q: Are antibiotics effective in preventing and treating the new coronavirus?
A: No, antibiotics do not work against viruses, only bacteria.
The 2019-nC0V is a virus and, therefore, antibiotics should not be used as a means of prevention or treatment.
Q: Does the new coronavirus (2019-nC0V) affect older people, or are younger people also susceptible?
A: People of all ages can be infected by the virus. Older people & those with pre-existing medical conditions appear to be more vulnerable to becoming severely ill with the virus.
Q: Can pets at home spread the new coronavirus?
A: At present, there is no evidence that companion animals/pets such as dogs, cats can be infected with the virus. However, it is always a good idea to wash your hands with soap and water after contact with pets
Q: Are there any specific medicines to prevent or treat the new coronavirus?
A: To date, there is no specific medicine recommended to prevent or treat the virus.
WHO is helping to accelerate research and development efforts with a range of partners.
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