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Is my wife is at huge risk of getting the virus, as she is a nurse in a gp surgery? im so scared for her. im scared she will get it, and we will both end up with it.

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Dr. Willam Lau answered

Hopefully not: Your wife should know the protocol of handle COVID-19 as well as other viruses. Her institution should be providing PPE (personal protective equipment) for her to use properly

Answered 3/24/2020

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A member asked:

Is my wife is at huge risk of getting the virus, as she is a nurse in a gp surgery? im so scared for her. im scared she will get it, and we will both end up with it.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Willam Lau answered

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