PMA demand­s PPE, disinf­ectant­s to stem the spread of virusMULTAN: As many as 12 doctors and six paramedics at the Nishtar Hospital have tested positive for the novel coronavirus. The figures were revealed during a press conference by the Pakistan Medical Association (PMA) on Sunday. The association called on Punjab chief minister to declare emergency at Multan Nishtar Hospital against the backdrop of the outbreak. Hiraj highlighted that out of the 36 doctors tested for the virus, 12 were found infected. The test results are expected on April 13 (today),” he said while outlining the gravity of the situation.

Source: The Express Tribune April 13, 2020 02:03 UTC