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WHO Doctor Says 'We Don't Have a Crystal Ball' When Asked If Coronavirus Will Worsen: 'We're Not Making Predictions'


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WHO Doctor Says 'We Don't Have a Crystal Ball' When Asked If Coronavirus Will Worsen: 'We're Not Making Predictions'

Dr. Margaret Harris, a World Health Organization spokesperson, appeared on CNN to talk about the coronavirus. read more...



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