The Dhaka Times Desk Corona virus infection has started to increase again in Europe. The World Health Organization has expressed deep concern over the new wave of corona in various European countries. At least 5 lakh people may lose their lives by next March.
According to BBC news, in a statement on this matter, the regional director of the World Health Organization, Dr. Hans Klug, warned that if urgent measures are not taken now, at least 500,000 people in Europe may die of corona infection by March next year.
He also said that using masks is very effective in preventing corona infection. In many European countries, the number of infections is at a record high and many countries are under partial or full lockdown. Meanwhile, the World Health Organization issued such a warning.
Klug blamed the cold season and low vaccination rates for the rise in new infections in Europe. He also mentioned that the infection is spreading rapidly due to the highly contagious delta variant.
Klug called for accelerating vaccination programs, implementing basic public health measures and new treatments to stop the high rate of infection now.
"Covid-19 infections have once again emerged as the number one cause of death in our region," said Dr. Hans Klug. We all know what needs to be done to fight this deadly virus.
He said compulsory vaccination should be seen as a last resort, but legal and social debate on the issue would also be timely.
Meanwhile, last Friday, Austria became the first country in Europe to make the corona virus vaccine mandatory. This new rule will be effective from next February.
Austrian Chancellor Alexander Schallenberg said that such a decision was indeed difficult to make in a free society. Many are also opposing it. Thousands of people also protested against the new restrictions in the capital Vienna on Saturday.
New restrictions have been imposed in many European countries as infections continue to rise. The Czech Republic and Slovakia have imposed new restrictions on people who have not received the vaccine.
New restrictions have also been imposed in the Netherlands. But common people are becoming violent against it. Hundreds of people protested in Rotterdam against the government's plans for new restrictions.
Germany's Health Minister Jens Spahn has declared a 'national emergency' as infections rise. Another 44 thousand 242 people were diagnosed with corona infection in the United Kingdom on Friday.
Things to do to prevent Corona virus
# try to stay at home all the time.
# Follow the rules and use mask when going out for emergency.
# three-layer cloth mask can be washed if desired.
# wash clothes after coming home from outside. Or hang it without shaking for at least four hours.
# Wash hands thoroughly (for at least 20 seconds) with soap or liquid before coming outside.
# plastic PPE or eyes, mouth, head after single use
Of course it can be washed thoroughly with detergent and dried.
# Wear PPE made of cloth or clean as described.
# Use a head cap that completely covers the hair.
# Those who have sneeze cough should follow all the rules promulgated by the government. Also, wash hands as directed before and after handling food items, keys, switches, mice, remote controls, mobiles, watches, computer desks, TVs, etc. and after using the bathroom. Those who have dry hands use Moisture after washing their hands. Soap or hand liquid can be used. Why can this virus remain in the crackle (cracked part) of dry hands? Avoid using highly alkaline soaps or detergents.
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