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Nine Indonesians who'kissed the back of the hand' as a sign of respect to an old man who taught the Islamic scripture Quran were tested positive for Corona 19.
According to Tribune News on the 25th, nine residents living in Tangran City outside Jakarta recently visited the house of an elder who taught the Quran in the past and kissed the back of their hands and were infected with Corona 19 in a row.
“When people greet someone older than themselves, they kiss the back of their hands with respect,” said Tangran Mayor Arif Wismansha. Do not make physical contact."
He added, "The elder who received a kiss on the back of his hand was infected with Corona 19, and he is sorry that several people were infected," he added. "If you are an adult, please avoid kissing the back of your hand first."
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