17:37 | Chimbote (Ancash region), May. 14.
Peru's Health Minister Victor Zamora delivered 17 tons of personal protective equipment for health workers who are fighting the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on the frontline, during his visit to Ancash region.
"We are protecting our caregivers as part of
Health Unites Us, our national plan to fight the pandemic," he said after making the delivery.
During the activity, the health sector's head was accompanied by Education Minister Martin Benavides.
During his working
visit to northern Ancash region, Zamora toured Hospital No. III of Chimbote, which has 88 COVID-19 patients and a capacity for 120 beds.
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Published: 5/14/2020