A knowledge sharing session was conducted between medical experts in China and Bangladesh through videoconferencing recently. Embassy of China in Bangladesh organised the event while Huawei offered the videoconferencing solution, said a press release of the technology company.
Health Minister Zahid Maleque and Chinese Ambassador Lijiming, along with the medical experts form NIPSOM, DGHS and DGMS, medical institutions of Bangladesh, from six different locations were present. During the videoconference, Huawei ensured smooth technical integration among all the parties.
Zhang Wenhong, Professor and Head of the Center for Infectious Disease, Huashan Hospital of Fudan University, joined the conference from Huawei Shanghai Conference Center, where he shared the practical experience in China and answered the queries from Bangladeshi doctors.
Sharing his expertise with Bangladesh, Dr Zhang Wenhong said, “The overall mortality rate of COVID-19 may fall between 2 to 3 percent, while the pandemic is not likely to end in a short time.” Emphasising the importance of social distancing, Zhang added, “... in my opinion, massive testing is not recommended for Bangladesh due to the shortage of testing kits.”
“They should be reserved for severe cases first, or transmission in hospitals and the collapse of medical systems may happen. Fever clinics can also help to screen patients at an early stage.” Li Jiming said, “The people of Bangladesh have stood firmly by the Chinese people in our battle against the epidemic. As a grateful nation and a close friend of Bangladesh, China would like to reciprocate and help as much as we can.” Recently, China has donated medical equipment including testing kits to Bangladesh for supporting its fight against COVID-19.
