COVID-19 pandemic in Pakistan
COVID-19 pandemic in Pakistan
The COVID-19 pandemic in Pakistan (pronunciation: /koʊvɪd naɪnˈtiːn pændɪmɪk ɪn pɑːkɪstɑːn/) is part of the ongoing worldwide pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The virus was confirmed to have reached Pakistan in February 2020.
Etymology
The term "COVID-19" is derived from "Coronavirus Disease 2019". The disease is caused by the virus SARS-CoV-2, which is a novel coronavirus that was first identified in December 2019 in the city of Wuhan, China. The term "pandemic" is from the Greek words "pan" meaning "all" and "demos" meaning "people".
Spread and response
The first cases in Pakistan were reported in February 2020. The Government of Pakistan has since taken several steps to try to limit the spread of the virus, including travel restrictions, school closures, and encouraging social distancing.
Impact
The pandemic has had a significant impact on the health, economy, and social life in Pakistan. The healthcare system has been strained, and there have been widespread reports of social and economic disruption.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on COVID-19 pandemic in Pakistan
- Wikipedia's article - COVID-19 pandemic in Pakistan
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