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The spread of Covid-19 is not just alarming but also frightening, especially when public information is not delivered promptly, completely or clearly. Instead of preventing panic, it only makes the situation worse.

By
Nina Susilo
· 5 minutes read
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Health Minister Terawan Agus Putranto (left) distributes tumblers of herbal tonic from President Joko Widodo to three patients who have recovered from Covid-19 at Sulianti Saroso Infectious Disease Hospital in Jakarta, Monday (16/3/2020).

Apparently the coronavirus patient who was being treated at a hospital in Bogor, West Java, has died, although some have recovered from the deadly pneumonia-like illness called coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19).

Agatha, 36, a private employee, relayed the information she got via social media. Although it was unconfirmed, the news inevitably caused public concern.

Editor:
Syahnan Rangkuti
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