07 March 2020 – Government launches COVID-19 telephone helpline and new testing hub

Type of Intervention: New Tool / Service / Body
Sectors Involved: Health
Level of Jurisdiction: National
Lead People/Agency: Government of Malta

Overview: A COVID-19 telephone helpline is launched to help reduce the burden on the emergency services. A new testing hub to start the following Tuesday
Full details here: https://www.maltatoday.com.mt/news/national/100836/coronavirus_who_to_contact_for_help_and_how_to_avoid_catching_the_virus

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Type of Justification: Learning from other jurisdictions
Evidence/Justification: To reduce the impact on emergency services