Some supermarkets are taking steps to protect older and vulnerable customers who may be at the greatest risk from the novel coronavirus.
The pandemic has killed more than 6,500 people worldwide and officials around the world are taking dramatic steps to limit large groups and encourage"social distancing" in hopes of limiting the spread of the disease.Americans face new shutdowns as coronavirus keeps spreading. But some say the bans aren't enoughThe Australian grocery chain Woolworths is opening its stores an hour early for its elderly and disabled customers.
— José Andrés March 16, 2020 "Supermarkets should open early mornings for 2 hours for elderly above 60, to protect them from contact with younger people," Andrés said on Twitter."Also volunteer system for shopping and delivery should be implemented." The H-E-B chain, which has more than 400 stores in Texas and Mexico told CNN that it would not be implementing special hours for vulnerable customers.
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