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2020, Number 2

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salud publica mex 2020; 62 (2)

Covid-19: the new pathology caused by a coronavirus

Ramos, C

Language: Spanish
References: 7
Page: 225-227
PDF size: 175.65 Kb.


ABSTRACT

In this special communication, a brief description is made of the main events of the new pathology (that WHO has named Covid-19) caused by coronavirus. The cases of Covid-19 occurred in mainland China and the rest of the world are mentioned. It is also emphasized the effort that China and other countries around the world are making to contain the epidemic. Also, it highlights the role that WHO and other international organizations are playing to prevent and control the epidemic.


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