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As measures eased health experts call for self-discipline

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“The Covid-19 curve cannot be expected to sharpen in summer,” said Prof. Dr. Todor Kantardzhiev, director of the National Centre of Infectious and Parasitic Diseases. However he stressed that the danger remains and called for distancing, disinfection and discipline, even though the measures are gradually being relaxed.

This view is shared by immunologist Academician Bogdan Petrunov who is categorical that unless the public act responsibly and wear masks in public places, the epidemic will continue. 



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