Global shortage of coronavirus testing kits critical: Experts
The world is not manufacturing testing kits and lab supplies quickly enough to contain virus, experts say.
23 Mar 2020
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The world is not manufacturing testing kits and lab supplies quickly enough to contain virus, experts say.