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    1. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

      🚨 "Our epidemiologists have been monitoring these developments continuously, and we have now increased our assessment of the risk of spread and the risk of impact of #COVID19 to very high at a global level"-@DrTedros #coronavirus

      45 replies 881 retweets 998 likes
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    2. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

      "What we see at the moment are linked epidemics of #COVID19 in several countries, but most cases can still be traced to known contacts or clusters of cases. We do not see evidence as yet that the virus is spreading freely in communities"-@DrTedros #coronavirus

      10 replies 196 retweets 273 likes
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    3. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

      "As long as that’s the case, we still have a chance of containing this #coronavirus, if robust action is taken to detect cases early, isolate and care for patients and trace contacts"-@DrTedros #COVID19

      10 replies 184 retweets 258 likes
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    4. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

      "As I said yesterday, there are different scenarios in different countries, and different scenarios within the same country. The key to containing this #coronavirus is to break the chains of transmission"-@DrTedros #COVID19

      4 replies 181 retweets 274 likes
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    5. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

      "The report of the WHO-#China Joint Mission has now published its report, which is available in ENG on the WHO website & will also be posted in CH on the National Health Commission website"-@DrTedros #COVID19 #coronavirus

      5 replies 115 retweets 160 likes
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    6. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

      "The report includes a wealth of information, and 22 recommendations for #China, for affected and unaffected countries, for the international community, and the general public"-@DrTedros #COVID19 #coronavirus

      4 replies 102 retweets 159 likes
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    7. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

      "It calls for all countries to educate their populations, to expand surveillance, to find, isolate and care for every #COVID19 case, to trace every contact, and to take an all-of-government and all-of-society approach – this is not a job for the health ministry alone"-@DrTedros

      7 replies 223 retweets 330 likes
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    8. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

      "At the same time, work is also progressing on vaccines and therapeutics. More than 20 vaccines are in development globally, and several therapeutics are in clinical trials. We expect the first results in a few weeks"-@DrTedros #COVID19 #coronavirus

      7 replies 243 retweets 343 likes
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    9. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

      "We don’t need to wait for vaccines & therapeutics. There are things every individual can do to protect themselves & others today"-@DrTedros #COVID19 #coronavirus

      9 replies 220 retweets 333 likes
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    10. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

      "Your risk depends on where you live, your age & general health. WHO can provide general guidance. You should also follow your national guidance and consult your local health professionals"-@DrTedros #COVID19 #coronavirus

      11 replies 223 retweets 292 likes
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      World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

      "There are 10 basic things that you should know. 1⃣clean your 👐 regularly with an alcohol-based hand rub, or wash them with 🧼 & 💧. Touching your face after touching contaminated surfaces or sick people is one of the ways the #coronavirus can be transmitted"-@DrTedrospic.twitter.com/Ty8J0zoGKS

      7:30 AM - 28 Feb 2020
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      Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, World Health Organization Western Pacific, PAHO/WHO and 4 others
      1. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @DrTedros

      2. World Health Organization Western Pacific @WHOWPRO

      3. PAHO/WHO @pahowho

      4. WHO/Europe @WHO_Europe

      5. WHO EMRO @WHOEMRO

      6. WHO African Region @WHOAFRO

      7. WHO South-East Asia @WHOSEARO

      37 replies 1,928 retweets 1,746 likes
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        2. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

          "2⃣clean surfaces regularly with disinfectant – for example kitchen benches and work desks"-@DrTedros #COVID19 #coronaviruspic.twitter.com/DD7XpFo3fU

          7 replies 459 retweets 514 likes
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        3. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

          "3⃣educate yourself about #COVID19. Make sure your information comes from reliable sources: your local or national public health agency, the WHO website, or your local health professional"-@DrTedros #coronavirushttps://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019 …

          9 replies 505 retweets 628 likes
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        4. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

          "Everyone should know the #COVID19 symptoms – for most people, it starts with a fever and a dry cough, not a runny nose. Most people will have mild disease and get better without needing any special care"-@DrTedros #coronavirushttps://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019 …

          28 replies 2,568 retweets 2,830 likes
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        5. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

          World Health Organization (WHO) Retweeted World Health Organization (WHO)

          "4⃣ avoid traveling if you have a fever or cough, and if you become sick while on a flight, inform the crew immediately. Once you get home, make contact with a health professional and tell them about where you have been"-@DrTedros #COVID19 #coronavirushttps://twitter.com/WHO/status/1220301327718342657?s=20 …

          World Health Organization (WHO) added,

          World Health Organization (WHO)Verified account @WHO
          Stay healthy while travelling! 🤒Avoid travelling if you have a fever and cough. 🏥If you have a fever, cough & difficulty breathing, seek medical care early and share previous #travel history with your health care provider #coronavirus pic.twitter.com/a1pDnElATV
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          5 replies 404 retweets 456 likes
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        6. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

          "5⃣ if you cough or sneeze, do it into your sleeve, or use a tissue. Dispose of the tissue immediately into a closed rubbish bin, and then clean your hands"-@DrTedros #COVID19 #coronaviruspic.twitter.com/n8pyrZPtGs

          Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, World Health Organization Western Pacific, PAHO/WHO and 4 others
          1. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @DrTedros

          2. World Health Organization Western Pacific @WHOWPRO

          3. PAHO/WHO @pahowho

          4. WHO/Europe @WHO_Europe

          5. WHO African Region @WHOAFRO

          6. WHO EMRO @WHOEMRO

          7. WHO South-East Asia @WHOSEARO

          12 replies 502 retweets 577 likes
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        7. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

          "6⃣if you are 60+ or if you have an underlying condition like: -cardiovascular disease -respiratory condition -diabetes you have a higher risk of developing severe #COVID19. You may wish to avoid crowded areas or places where you might interact with people who are sick"-@DrTedros

          15 replies 605 retweets 641 likes
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        8. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

          "7⃣if you feel unwell, stay at home & call your 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️. (S)he will ask Qs about your symptoms, where you have been & who you have had contact with. This will help to make sure you get the right advice, are directed to the right 🏥 & will prevent you from infecting others"-@DrTedros

          3 replies 331 retweets 389 likes
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        9. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

          "8⃣ if you are sick, stay at home, and eat and sleep separately from your family, use different utensils and cutlery to eat"-@DrTedros #COVID19 #coronavirus

          4 replies 417 retweets 438 likes
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        10. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

          "9⃣ if you develop shortness of breath, call your doctor and seek care immediately"-@DrTedros #COVID19 #coronavirus

          4 replies 361 retweets 408 likes
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        11. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

          "🔟 it’s normal & understandable to feel anxious, especially if you live in a country or community that has been affected. Find out what you can do in your community. Discuss how to stay safe with your workplace, school or place of worship"-@DrTedros #COVID19 #coronaviruspic.twitter.com/M4BQzpdh2j

          Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, World Health Organization Western Pacific, PAHO/WHO and 4 others
          1. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @DrTedros

          2. World Health Organization Western Pacific @WHOWPRO

          3. PAHO/WHO @pahowho

          4. WHO/Europe @WHO_Europe

          5. WHO EMRO @WHOEMRO

          6. WHO African Region @WHOAFRO

          7. WHO South-East Asia @WHOSEARO

          14 replies 602 retweets 699 likes
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        12. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

          "Together, we are powerful. Containment starts with you. Our greatest enemy right now is not the #coronavirus itself. It’s fear, rumours and stigma. And our greatest assets are facts, reason and solidarity"-@DrTedros #COVID19

          42 replies 656 retweets 892 likes
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        13. World Health Organization (WHO)‏Verified account @WHO Feb 28

          The full briefing on #COVID19 by @DrTedros http://bit.ly/3ap2JMf pic.twitter.com/yzG0Y4hbTo

          Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, World Health Organization Western Pacific, PAHO/WHO and 4 others
          1. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @DrTedros

          2. World Health Organization Western Pacific @WHOWPRO

          3. PAHO/WHO @pahowho

          4. WHO/Europe @WHO_Europe

          5. WHO EMRO @WHOEMRO

          6. WHO African Region @WHOAFRO

          7. WHO South-East Asia @WHOSEARO

          38 replies 235 retweets 330 likes
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