Fear of coronavirus spread in Pakistan: Number of cases could reach 50,000 by the end of April
Pakistan's Ministry of Health has released an alarming report regarding the coronavirus situation in the country. Officials say that if the current rate of the virus's spread continues, the number of infected individuals in the country could reach 50,000 by the end of April.
At present, the number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Pakistan has reached 2,900. Various measures are being taken by the government across the country to curb the spread of the virus so that this epidemic can be brought under control.
This is currently the third week of a partial lockdown in Pakistan. The government has appealed to the public to strictly follow social distancing guidelines and avoid leaving their homes unnecessarily so that the spread of the virus can be reduced.
Health experts say that the coming few weeks are very important for Pakistan. Citizens have been advised to wash their hands frequently, use masks, and seek immediate medical assistance if symptoms appear.
The government and medical institutions are constantly monitoring the situation. The public is requested to rely only on information received from official sources and to ensure the safety of themselves and their loved ones by adopting preventive measures.