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Better to use face mask and be safe than sorry

It seems people are tired of using the face mask which is why we see most of them not wearing it now be it in the market, restaurants or elsewhere. Tourists never wear masks even though they are the ones who contribute to rise in Covid-19 cases in Goa. So far as social distancing is concerned this was always difficult to observe due to rush everywhere. Goa reports more than 100 cases of Covid 19 every day. In addition  to this, like in the neighbouring states, we too  are seeing rise in viral infection cases resulting in cough, cold and fever all of which suggest that we cannot afford to lower the guard. Your newspaper has been advising people not to stop using the face mask. Although it does cause some inconvenience and discomfort and in some cases some side effects, it is still  our best bet against infections. It is always better to  be safe than sorry.



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Battle against accidents has to be sustained one

AIRES RODRIGUES, Ribandar
Published Aug 3, 2022, 8:56 PM IST
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The death in a road accident of the elderly couple who had just arrived back in Goa is so very tragic. The battle against road accidents has to be an all out sustained one. It is horrifying to also see young school students riding two wheelers like joy riders, which should only be allowed if they are competent enough and old enough to ride. Parents must take responsibility to ensure that their children are licensed to ride these two wheelers responsibly and safely. Road…

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