00:01Let me now turn to the deeply concerning picture that has been emerging of COVID-19 in long-term care
00:08facilities in the European region and globally in recent weeks.
00:13According to estimates from countries in the European region, up to half of those who have died from COVID-19
00:20were resident in long-term care facilities.
00:23This is an unimaginable human strategy.
00:27To the many who are experiencing this loss, my thoughts are with you.
00:33All those dying in homes from COVID-19 have the right to be attended to and to receive end-of
00:40-life care, including symptom relief with adequate medication surrounded by their loved ones.
00:47Many today are prevented from receiving visits from family and friends, no longer getting the emotional and physical support that
00:56such visits provide.
00:58Sometimes, residents face the threat of abuse and neglect.
01:03The role of the public sector, leaving no one behind, cannot be overestimated.
01:09Even among very old people who are frail and live with multiple chronic conditions, many have a good chance of
01:17recovery if they are well cared for.
01:19Have a great day.
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