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WHO discourages coronavirus fear-buying

People purchasing medical supplies in fear of the coronavirus could be putting health care workers at risk, according to a new warning by the World Health Organization. The sudden surge in surgical-style mask, hand sanitizer and other preventative purchases is making it difficult for factories to keep up with demand. Mola Lenghi spoke to people inside of a Georgia production factory to find out how the public reaction is stressing the supply chain.

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Coronavirus may spur medical supply shortage

As hospitals across the U.S. brace for a surge in patients, health care workers say the protective measures taken over the next few weeks will be critical. Some government leaders worry the coronavirus pandemic could stretch hospitals to their breaking point while medical equipment shortages threaten to put doctors, nurses and patients at risk. Carter Evans speaks to those at the top of the supply chain, who have also expressed concern over the speed of the disease's spread.

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