In a bid to reach individuals directly, the World Health Organization (WHO), has launched a messaging platform with partners WhatsApp and Facebook to limit the spread of Coronavirus code-named COVID-19.

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The health alert brings COVID-19 facts to billions via WhatsApp and assist patients get help in seconds.

In a statement by the Organisation, this easy-to-use messaging service has the potential to reach 2 billion people and enables WHO to get information directly into the hands of the people that need it.

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“From government leaders to health workers and family and friends, this messaging service will provide the latest news and information on coronavirus including details on symptoms and how people can protect themselves and others.

“It also provides the latest situation reports and numbers in real time to help government decision-makers protect the health of their populations.

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“The service can be accessed through a link that opens a conversation on WhatsApp. Users can simply type “hi” to activate the conversation, prompting a menu of options that can help answer their questions about COVID-19,” the organisation stated.

The WHO Health Alert was developed in collaboration with Praekelt.Org, using Turn machine learning technology.

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