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CORONA VIRUS
AND IMPACT ON TRAVEL Corona Virus or COVID 19 as we all know has had a significant impact on the Global Trade, Economy and Travel
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he COVID - 19 has affected 104 countries and territories. As of March 31, 2020 the number of Corona Virus (COVID - 19) has surpassed 1,07,800 and 3,661 deaths. World Health Organisation(WHO) reminds all countries and communities that the spread of this virus can be significantly slowed or even reversed through the im-
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plementation of robust containment and control activities. It is also observed that the Corona Virus (COVID - 19) affects people above 65 or people with chronic illness OR with low immunity more as compared to the younger generation. China and a few other countries have already demonstrated that the spread fo the virus can
be slowed and impact reduced by using of universally applicable actions such as working across society to identify people who are sick, bringing them to care, preparing hospitals and clinics to manage surge in patients, educating and training health workers. As WHO continues to work with all counters to develop guidance, distribute supplies, share knowl-
