COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia

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COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia

The COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia refers to the ongoing viral pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), a novel infectious disease caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), in Indonesia.

Pronunciation

  • COVID-19: /ˈkoʊ.vɪd naɪnˈtiːn/
  • Pandemic: /pænˈdɛmɪk/
  • Indonesia: /ˌɪndəˈniːʒə/

Etymology

The term "COVID-19" is an abbreviation of "coronavirus disease 2019". The term "pandemic" originates from the Greek words "pan", meaning "all", and "demos", meaning "people". The name "Indonesia" comes from the Greek words "Indos" (Ἰνδός) and "nesos" (νῆσος), meaning "Indian islands".

Overview

The first confirmed case of the disease in Indonesia was announced on 2 March 2020. Since then, the virus has spread throughout the country, affecting all 34 provinces. The Indonesian government has implemented various measures to prevent the spread of the virus, including social restrictions, travel bans, and the promotion of vaccination.

Related terms

  • Coronavirus: A type of virus. There are many different kinds, and some of them can cause disease. The novel coronavirus, also known as SARS-CoV-2, causes the disease COVID-19.
  • Pandemic: An epidemic that has spread over several countries or continents, usually affecting a large number of people.
  • Vaccination: The administration of a vaccine to help the immune system develop protection from a disease.

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