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FollowThe Chinese billionaire says shipments of test kits and face masks are on the way.Carrie MihalcikSenior Editor / NewsCarrie Mihalcik has lived on both coasts and can definitively say that Chesapeake Bay blue crabs are the best. She's been reporting and editing for more than a decade, including at the National Journal in Washington, DC, and CurrentTV in San Francisco. She's currently a Senior Editor at CNET focused on breaking news.For the most up-to-date news and information about the coronavirus pandemic, visit the and websites.Jack Ma, co-founder of e-commerce giant , is donating millions of test kits and face masks to the US, Europe and Africa.On Friday in a statement shared on Twitter, the Chinese billionaire said the Jack Ma Foundation and Alibaba Foundation would donate 500,000 test kits and 1 million face masks to the US. Alibaba Group confirmed the donation to CNET.&nbsp; On Sunday, Ma joined Twitter and tweeted an image of the "first shipment" of face masks and test kits, saying it was taking off from Shanghai. It's unclear who is receiving or distributing them.A lack of test kits has so far prevented the US from assessing the full extent of the virus' spread. &nbsp;On Monday, the Jack Ma Foundation also announced donations to and .As of Monday, coronavirus deaths worldwide have topped&nbsp;. On March 11, the&nbsp;. &nbsp;"Drawing from my own country's experience, speedy and accurate testing and adequate personal protective equipment for medical professionals are the most effective in preventing the spread of the virus," Ma said in the statement shared Friday on Twitter. "We can't beat this virus unless we eliminate boundaries to resources and share our know-how and hard-earned lessons."Pandemic: Here's what's changed about the coronavirusThe information contained in this article is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as health or medical advice. Always consult a physician or other qualified health provider regarding any questions you may have about a medical condition or health objectives.Get the CNET Now newsletterSpice up your small talk with the latest tech news, products and reviews. Delivered on weekdays.

FollowThe Chinese billionaire says shipments of test kits and face masks are on the way.Carrie MihalcikSenior Editor / NewsCarrie Mihalcik has lived on both coasts and can definitively say that Chesapeake Bay blue crabs are the best. She's been reporting and editing for more than a decade, including at the National Journal in Washington, DC, and CurrentTV in San Francisco. She's currently a Senior Editor at CNET focused on breaking news.For the most up-to-date news and information about the coronavirus pandemic, visit the and websites.Jack Ma, co-founder of e-commerce giant , is donating...

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