World today is struggling with a deadly virus called CORONAVIRUS or COVID19. This virus spreads from humans to humans. Infected persons show symptoms like cough, fever, and respiratory problems.
In the present situation, maintaining social distancing is the most effective way to stop this virus from spreading anymore.
Many countries like China, Australia, the USA, UK, India, Spain, Turkey, etc have lost many lives and still this pandemic is having its wings spread to many.
Helping people to stay updated is more important in this critical situation. The social media giant platform, Facebook has brought a new way for people to stay updated about the virus effects in their states and locations.
Facebook has started a helpdesk update on COVID19 chatbot on the Messenger platform. Facebook has partnered with the Union Health Ministry and MyGov in India to raise awareness around the pandemic.
Users can access the updates of Covid19 from their messenger platform, precautionary measures, authentic news with emergency helpline numbers also.
Facebook is also supporting the health community to keep people safe and informed during a public health crisis.
Facebook's Data For Good :
Data for Good is yet another service offered by Facebook
Facebook helps in disease prevention through important and useful tools like:
- Disease Prevention Maps
- Disaster Maps
- Insights for Impact
- Social Connectedness Index
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