
During epidemics, the measures taken to protect populations and to keep health systems afloat leave women and girls vulnerable to violence.

COVID-19 is having a significant impact on the health, economic and social status of slum dwellers.

After a slow start, production has been ramped up

Any misgivings about China’s handling of COVID-19 will likely be erased by Beijing’s considerable aid in fighting the pandemic.

Wearing masks is being introduced in conjunction with maintaining a physical distance of at least 1.5 metres and following hygiene measures such as hand washing.