COVID-19 Task Force: Community Discipline To Comply With Health Protocols Dropped Sharp

COVID-19 Task Force Spokesperson Wiku Adisasmito (Photo: BNPB doc)

JAKARTA - Spokesperson for the Task Force (Task Force) Handling COVID-19 Wiku Adisasmito said public compliance in implementing health protocols has now decreased drastically. This is one of the reasons for the increase in COVID-19 cases in Indonesia.

"I remind you again that the increasing trend of COVID-19 cases in Indonesia is still happening. Even on Thursday last week, December 3, the trend of increasing positive cases reached 8,369. This figure shows a very dangerous condition and reflects the high transmission rate in the community due to the decline. drastic level of public discipline, "Wiku said in an online press conference broadcast on the Presidential Secretariat YouTube account, Tuesday, December 8.

Based on the data, it is recorded that the number of obedience to wearing masks has decreased dramatically from 83.67 percent in September to 57.78 percent.

"This figure is also exacerbated by the fact that the discipline of maintaining distance also fell from 59.57 percent to 41.75 percent in the same period," he explained.

Reflecting on the data, Wiku then reminded the public to adhere to health protocols. This is because implementing 3M or wearing a mask, maintaining distance, and washing hands are the most effective means of preventing transmission of the virus in the community.

"I have to remind all Indonesians that complying with health protocols is an obligation for all of us," he said.

In addition, he also reminded stakeholders and law enforcement officials to enforce discipline for those who violate society without exception.

"I ask the leaders and law enforcement officers in the regions to continue to enforce discipline against people who still do not comply with health protocols and do not discriminate," he said.

"Remember, doctors and health workers who provide care are the last bastion. Their numbers are very limited and respect them," he added.

Previously, Wiku also explained that the number of COVID-19 tests in Indonesia was around 96.35 percent of the target set by the World Health Organization (WHO). However, the addition of these tests is also in line with the increase in positive cases and this indicates the level of transmission is getting out of control.

"Therefore, please cooperate seriously. Do not let our hard work so far be lost," he said.