Covid-19 Chronicles | Clock ticking for healthcare workers before Covid-19 tsunami hits SA

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South Africa is gearing up for the fight against Covid-19. Healthcare workers face a race against time as they prepare for the inevitable onslaught. The country has recorded less than 2 000 cases so far, but doctors believe the healthcare system will soon be swamped. In this episode of the Covid-19 Chronicles, we speak to doctors about the preparations happening behind the scenes. Anaesthetist Dr Niall Evans says doctors are scrambling to get the correct protective equipment. He started a fundraising campaign to raise money for the cause.

7 Apr 2020 English South Africa News · News Commentary

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