Front desk staff at North East Medical Services wear surgical masks as a protective measure. (Photo courtesy of North East Medical Services)

Direct Relief examines how Community Health Centers in California — where cases of the  novel coronavirus, the disease have been identified  – are responding to the virus, which  originated in Wuhan, China.  With growing public apprehension about the virus, supplies of masks and other personal protective equipment have dwindled.  Staff members carry out screening measures – both in exam rooms and over the phone – to assess a patient’s potential risk.  To read more please visit this link.