Prevention is better than cure; Association of Medical Specialists

COLOMBO (News 1st); Association of Medical Specialists issuing a press release said, priority should be given to preventing the spread of the virus, rather than treating the patients.

The release said "If the country needs to be in lockdown in any way to curb the spread of the disease immediately, that decision must be made in a timely manner. The release added that the decision can only be made if health authorities provide accurate information to political leaders and decision-makers. In addition, the association said necessary steps must be taken to avoid a short supply, despite there being no shortage of oxygen in the country.