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Italy shuts all stores except pharmacies and food shops
Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte announced that all stores except pharmacies and food shops will be closed nationwide to help control the spread of the coronavirus.
The drastic measure includes the closure of bars, pubs, restaurants, hairdressers, and canteen services, although home delivery services will still be permitted.
Italy has become the epicenter of the outbreak outside of China, with its death toll reaching 827.
Prime Minister Conte reassured the public that there is no need to hoard groceries as food stores will remain open.
While public gathering and travel restrictions are in place until April 3, factories may continue operations provided they implement adequate safety measures against contagion.
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