As the federal and provincial governments are going to discuss possible extension of lockdown at a meeting of the National Coordination Committee, dozens of healthcare providers have been infected with novel coronavirus across the country.

The Pakistan Medical Association , a representative body of doctors, has blamed the low quality personal protective equipment for the tragedy.

However, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Health Dr Zafar Mirza on Sunday suggested to the healthcare providers to stop irrational use of the PPE.

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