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To Ensure Recovery is not in Vain

The government needs to invite local and traditional leaders to remind the people the importance of vaccinations and discipline with health protocols. All parties must do their part so that recovery is not in vain.

Beware of Omicron “Trojan Horse” in Households

Many cases of Covid-19 are spread through close contact with people with mild symptoms or none at all, so public vigilance must be maintained.

Overcoming Omicron and Future Variants

We all have the same hope: that Covid-19, which has infected 400 million people and claimed 5.8 million lives on planet Earth, will become an ordinary, mild disease, or even disappear from the face of the Earth.

Strengthening Protection for Healthcare Personnel

The provision of temporary accommodation to reduce the risk of Covid-19 transmission among health workers was important. Most of the health workers who tested positive for Covid-19 were infected outside their hospitals

Regions at Greater Risk, Accelerate Vaccinations

Areas outside Java could be more at risk with the spread of the Omicron variant, mainly due to limited vaccinations and health facilities. The government was asked to speed up vaccination.

Mutual Care

It is better to prepare for the worst but still hope for the best. Selfishness can cause harm to others. Complying with the health protocols in a disciplined manner will not only protect yourself, but others as well.

Public Activity Restrictions Retightened

The government has again raised the public activity restrictions to level 3 in Jakarta, Bogor, Depok, Tangerang, Bekasi, Greater Bandung, Yogyakarta, and Bali.

Omicron Subvariant BA.2 More Infectious

Omicron accounted for more than 93 percent of all specimens of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes Covid-19, in the past month. This variant has a few subvariants, namely BA.1, BA.1.1, BA.2 and BA.3.

Covid-19 Wave Ahead of the G20

If Indonesia is able to suppress a third wave of Covid-19, apart from saving its citizens, it will also stand as a good example for the world in handling the pandemic.

Vaccine Enthusiasm Remains High Among Elderly

People are advised to book their appointment for a third vaccine dose through the Peduli Lindungi app prior to visiting the nearest health facility, in order to reduce waiting times and avoid crowds.