“More international support is urgently needed to prevent a greater disaster in South Asia and other vulnerable countries.” The aid organization therefore opens giro 7244 for donations. “India and neighboring countries are rapidly in need of more vaccines, medical equipment and supplies, support with testing, protective clothing and other supplies, including oxygen, for the short and longer term.”
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According to Juriaan Lahr, head of International Aid of the Dutch Red Cross, only quick action can contain the disaster in the region. “All eyes are on India this week, but we also need to think about what we might face in other countries in the coming weeks and months and how best to prepare for that. We will not be able to overcome this terrible pandemic until vaccines are available to protect everyone, regardless of nationality or income, in Europe, in Asia, as well as in Africa, the Americas. Prevention also remains crucial. “
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