In the first days of the coronavirus pandemic, when the first case was confirmed in the country, there was widespread apprehension. One’s social behaviour, their personal hygiene and whether they’re wearing a mask or not have a direct effect on the person next to them; at home, workplace or in the streets. Worryingly, our behaviour discipline isn’t reassuring; lifting movement restrictions would thus be reckless. The brutal truth is that we still lack the requisite discipline to live with the virus. Energies should be channelled towards cultivating discipline – wearing a mask, availing oneself for testing whenever the opportunity is available, washing hands and practising social distancing.

Source: The Star June 07, 2020 21:00 UTC