PPE not necessary for all: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said, "Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is not necessary to use for all. It is only required for doctors, nurses and for those who look after patients."

The premier said this while delivering her speech through video conference from her Ganobhaban on Tuesday (March 31) morning where officials of 64 districts joined.

Being panicked by the risk of getting infected with coronavirus or COVID-19, people are showing high interest to use or wear what is not necessary. Mass media must play vital role in creating awareness in this regard, she said.

"Those who need to wear masks will wear masks only, those who need to use gloves will use gloves only and those who need to wear gowns will wear gowns only. It is not necessary for all to use all protective equipment," Hasina emphasised.


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