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‘Normalization is a must for an economically and socially sustainable struggle’

HEALTH MINISTER KOCA

‘Normalization is a must for an economically and socially sustainable struggle’

Addressing the public following a Science Board meeting, Health Minister Koca has shared information about the average number of daily cases in major cities and the average age of fatalities. “Land ahead, but the sea is still rough,” he has noted.

İstanbul, Ankara mandate face masks amid new rise in Covid-19 cases

İstanbul, Ankara mandate face masks amid new rise in Covid-19 cases

The two largest cities of Turkey, as well as Bursa, have made the use of face masks obligatory after the Ministry of Health's recommendation.

Covid-19: Turkey continues to report more new cases than recoveries

Covid-19: Turkey continues to report more new cases than recoveries

The Health Ministry has reported 1,429 cases and 1,261 recoveries for the past 24 hours.

‘While Science Board disapproves of even a pilot test, they will hold the real exam’

ENTRANCE EXAMS AMID PANDEMIC

‘While Science Board disapproves of even a pilot test, they will hold the real exam’

Parents have spoken to bianet ahead of high-school entrance exam to be held this Saturday amid normalization and a new surge in Covid-19 cases. While some want the exam to be held, some say they will demand its postponement till the last day.

17 June 2020 Ruken Tuncel

Covid-19 in Turkey: Daily cases increase for the fifth day in a row

Covid-19 in Turkey: Daily cases increase for the fifth day in a row

The Health Ministry has reported 1,592 cases for the past 24 hours as the increase in new cases continues after the reopening in early June.

'Outbreak is not under control, strict measures may come back,' doctors warn

'Outbreak is not under control, strict measures may come back,' doctors warn

The number of new Covid-19 cases in Turkey has reached mid-May levels since the reopening on June 1.

15 June 2020 Ruken Tuncel

‘We have mistaken normalization for the old normal, cases have increased’

PROF. ÇETİNER WARNS

‘We have mistaken normalization for the old normal, cases have increased’

While Prof. Çetiner has warned that “taking body temperature in shopping malls and other crowded places will not protect us from coronavirus,” increasing number of new cases and fatalities have been reported from Ankara, Diyarbakır and Urfa.

Daily Covid-19 Cases Continue to Increase in Turkey After Reopening

Daily Covid-19 Cases Continue to Increase in Turkey After Reopening

The country has reported 1,562 cases for the past 24 hours as the Health Minister has warned against "imprudent optimism."

Covid-19: Turkey Sees New Surge After Reopening, Reports Highest Cases in a Month

Covid-19: Turkey Sees New Surge After Reopening, Reports Highest Cases in a Month

The Health Ministry has reported 1,459 new cases for the past 24 hours amid the government's reopening steps since June 1

‘Over 5 Million People Went out in İstanbul in the First Week of Normalization’

İSTANBUL METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY

‘Over 5 Million People Went out in İstanbul in the First Week of Normalization’

According to the figures shared by the Statistical Office of the İstanbul Metropolitan Municipality, the number of people who went out in the city on June 1-5 increased by 44.9 percent in comparison with May amid further normalization steps.

‘When It is Said Normalization, People Get the Impression That Pandemic Has Ended’

CASES ON THE RISE IN EASTERN TURKEY

‘When It is Said Normalization, People Get the Impression That Pandemic Has Ended’

Chairs of Diyarbakır, Elazığ, Dersim, Bingöl, Urfa, Van Medical Chambers say that the number of cases which dropped in May has been on the increase since the outset of normalization, warning that it might lead to retightening of measures.

12 June 2020 Ruken Tuncel

‘Will Adults Have to Get Back Home at 8 in the Evening Like Children?’

CURFEW ON 65+ EASED AMID NORMALIZATION

‘Will Adults Have to Get Back Home at 8 in the Evening Like Children?’

Some are so distressed that they suffer from eczema or even heart disorders, some have lost their joy of life… The ones aged 65+ are now allowed to go out from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. “So, adults now have to get back home at 8 like children,” they protest.

10 June 2020 Ayşegül Özbek

New Regulations by Health Ministry Amid Normalization in Turkey

New Regulations by Health Ministry Amid Normalization in Turkey

Amid further normalization steps in effect in Turkey since June 1, the Ministry of Health has set up news rules, allowing the health personnel to take leaves and quit their jobs.

‘Half the Population in Turkey Find June Too Early for Normalization’

‘Half the Population in Turkey Find June Too Early for Normalization’

According to a recent survey by the Curiocity Research, 47 percent of workers think that it is too early to use public transportation while 59 percent say that it is too early to go to a shopping mall amid further normalization steps in Turkey.

5 June 2020 Ruken Tuncel

‘Outbreak is Not Yet Over, We are Concerned About "Normalization" Process'

TURKISH MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

‘Outbreak is Not Yet Over, We are Concerned About "Normalization" Process'

The Turkish Medical Association (TTB) has expressed concerns over normalization in Turkey amid COVID-19 pandemic. “Schools, factories and workplaces need to observe necessary protective measures,” the TTB has noted.

Turkish Medical Association: Outbreak Still Continues, Postpone Entrance Exams

Turkish Medical Association: Outbreak Still Continues, Postpone Entrance Exams

In a statement released by the Turkish Medical Association (TTB), it has been noted that the university and high school entrance exams scheduled for late June need to be postponed until the coronavirus outbreak is completely taken under control.

‘These Days Have Three Hardships, First is the Belief That the Outbreak Has Ended’

HEALTH MINISTER KOCA

‘These Days Have Three Hardships, First is the Belief That the Outbreak Has Ended’

Addressing the reporters following the Science Board meeting, Health Minister Koca has noted that they do not expect a second wave of coronavirus outbreak in Turkey. “Now, we need to observe the measures more insistently,” he has warned.

Coronavirus Won’t Leave us, Normalization Has to Start, Says Science Board Member

Coronavirus Won’t Leave us, Normalization Has to Start, Says Science Board Member

Health Ministry’s Science Board Member Prof. Özlü says, “We have to start the normalization, but we definitely need to abide by the rules in doing this. What we call the rule is, in fact, extremely easy. It is so easy that people of all ages can follow.”

Turkey to Resume Mass Prayers, Demobilize 66,000 Soldiers

Turkey to Resume Mass Prayers, Demobilize 66,000 Soldiers

As part of coronavirus measures, demobilization of soldiers was postponed and mass Friday prayers were suspended.

Ministry of Health Announces New Rules for Malls and Stores

Ministry of Health Announces New Rules for Malls and Stores

As coronavirus measures are being eased and many businesses are opening again, the ministry has released a guideline for a "controlled normalization."

Parks, Beaches Prepared for Social Distancing

Parks, Beaches Prepared for Social Distancing

Ahead of the summer, authorities have started to take measures to make people comply with the social distance rule in parks and beaches in İstanbul and Antalya.

Amid Easing of Lockdown Measures in Turkey, Health Minister Insists: #StayHome

Amid Easing of Lockdown Measures in Turkey, Health Minister Insists: #StayHome

While the government has been taking steps of “normalization” amid coronavirus outbreak, Minister of Health Fahrettin Koca keeps urging citizens to stay home with his sometimes romantic, sometimes humorous social media messages.

‘Shopping Malls are More Dangerous Than Pandemic Hospitals’

‘Shopping Malls are More Dangerous Than Pandemic Hospitals’

Dr. Başar Beyoğlu has said, “Considering their ventilation systems and difficulties in keeping social distance and preventing contact, shopping malls in their present conditions are more dangerous than pandemic hospitals in service today.”

6 May 2020 Ayça Söylemez

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