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From the Background: Countries and areas in the Western Pacific Region have implemented strict non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) against novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19), aiming to interrupt or reduce transmission They can be classified into: 1) personal protective measures, 2) environmental measures, 3) social and physical distancing measures, and 4) travel-related measures While effective in controlling the epidemic, some of these measures have significant socioeconomic costs and may negatively impact the physical and emotional well-being of populations Stringent measures are likely to become increasingly unsustainable over time, especially in countries with limited resources, social protection and health-care services COVID-19 (Disease);Epidemics;Public health
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