Dr Zafar stresses need for precautionary measures to avoid from COVID-19

ISLAMABAD (92 News) – Special Assistant on National Health Services Dr Zafar Mirza has stressed the need for wearing face masks, observing social distancing, frequent hand washing to stay safe from the COVID-19. Briefing the media in Islamabad on Sunday, the special assistant has asked the people to initiate special care for their elders in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. He said so far 72 per cent were over 50 years of age who have lost their lives due to coronavirus infection. He also said the senior citizens should avoid public transport and crowded places. Dr Zafar Mirza said the Ministry of National Health Services has issued special guidelines at the website: covid.gov.pk, for protection of the senior citizens from coronavirus.