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Coronavirus strategy: Everybody commits to stopping the virus

A desire to prevent the spread affects many aspects of everyday life, from calling a lift where toothpicks are offered as an alternative to pressing the buttons, and ordering food. Stephen McDonnell, Asia correspondent for the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ, describes the draconian measures that have been imposed.

Photo: Courier in mask on a deserted street, Beijing Credit: Getty Images

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