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Coronavirus: Turkey's Death Toll Rises to 3 as Ex-General Confirmed to Have Died of Covid-19

Coronavirus: Turkey's Death Toll Rises to 3 as Ex-General Confirmed to Have Died of Covid-19

The Health Minister has confirmed that an ex-general who died on Monday had Covid-19.

TV Workers Call for Cancellation of All Productions over Coronavirus

TV Workers Call for Cancellation of All Productions over Coronavirus

As several TV series continue despite the outbreak, crew members have launched a campaign on social media.

Turkey Conducted 10 Thousand Covid-19 Tests So Far, Aims to Increase Capacity

Turkey Conducted 10 Thousand Covid-19 Tests So Far, Aims to Increase Capacity

The Health Minister has briefed the parliament on the latest developments regarding the coronavirus outbreak.

‘If Health Workers Get Sick, Public Cannot Recover’

TURKISH MEDICAL ASSOCIATION CHAIR ADIYAMAN

‘If Health Workers Get Sick, Public Cannot Recover’

After Internist Prof. Cemil Taşçıoğlu and Pulmonologist Prof. Bülent Tutluoğlu have tested positive for Covid-19, we have consulted with Turkish Medical Association (TTB) Chair Prof. Dr. Sinan Adıyaman about the conditions of health workers.

19 March 2020 Tansu Pişkin

Colleagues Announce Support for Doctor Made to Apologize After Remarks on Coronavirus

Colleagues Announce Support for Doctor Made to Apologize After Remarks on Coronavirus

Ankara University opened an inquiry into a meeting where Dr. Çınar said there were thousands of Covid-19 cases in Turkey.

Physician Made to Apologize After Saying ‘Covid-19 Cases Exceed Thousands’

Physician Made to Apologize After Saying ‘Covid-19 Cases Exceed Thousands’

In a video shared on social media yesterday, a physician was seen to be saying, “Number of cases has exceeded thousands, the Umrah has destroyed everything.” Ankara University has made Attending Physician Çınar make a statement and apologize.

Coronavirus Measures by Turkish Post Office: 'Open the Windows'

Coronavirus Measures by Turkish Post Office: 'Open the Windows'

A circular letter by the directorate says offices should be ventilated while a union representative says the employees are not provided with disinfectants and not allowed to take a leave of absence.

19 March 2020 Hikmet Adal

One Person Detained Over Coronavirus Post

One Person Detained Over Coronavirus Post

37-year-old L.S. has been taken into custody in Adana province on the ground of an “unfounded social media post about coronavirus outbreak.”

President Erdoğan Unveils Economic Measures Against Coronavirus Outbreak

President Erdoğan Unveils Economic Measures Against Coronavirus Outbreak

Addressing the public following the “Coordination Meeting on Struggle Against Coronavirus”, President Erdoğan has announced a series of economic measures which he has called “economic stability shield against coronavirus.”

Beyoğlu in the Days of Corona: Shopkeepers are Worried, Cats are Lonely

IMPRESSIONS FROM İSTANBUL BY EVRİM KEPENEK

Beyoğlu in the Days of Corona: Shopkeepers are Worried, Cats are Lonely

People at shopping malls, in bookstores, in shops of Beyoğlu… It is far less crowded than usual. There are few people on the streets, most of them with masks. Trying to keep my social distance, I ask, “How has coronavirus affected your lives?”

19 March 2020 Evrim Kepenek

Turkey Reports Second Death from Coronavirus, Confirms 93 New Cases

Turkey Reports Second Death from Coronavirus, Confirms 93 New Cases

A 61-year-old man has lost his life as the total number of cases has increased to 191.

Healthcare Workers Clean Ambulances with Laundry Bleach, Reuse Disposable Equipment

Healthcare Workers Clean Ambulances with Laundry Bleach, Reuse Disposable Equipment

An emergency service worker, a doctor and a union chair have told bianet about under what conditions they work amid the coronavirus pandemic.

18 March 2020 Tansu Pişkin

Coronavirus Survey: 60 Percent Trust TVs, 44 Percent Not Worried About Pandemic

Coronavirus Survey: 60 Percent Trust TVs, 44 Percent Not Worried About Pandemic

Television channels and the Health Minister are the most common and trusted sources of information about the pandemic in Turkey, says the survey.

Media Coverage of Coronavirus Pandemic 'Unscientific, Sensational, Negligent,' Say Experts

Media Coverage of Coronavirus Pandemic 'Unscientific, Sensational, Negligent,' Say Experts

From "experts" saying the pandemic is caused by "adultery" to professors advising eating pickled vegetables against the disease, TVs are full of "cliches, prejudices and made-up news," according to communication professors.

18 March 2020 Evrim Kepenek

Demirtaş on Coronavirus: People Must be Ensured That Nothing is Hidden from Them

Demirtaş on Coronavirus: People Must be Ensured That Nothing is Hidden from Them

The HDP's imprisoned former co-chair has made a statement on the coronavirus pandemic, calling on the people for solidarity and cooperation.

Turkey Announces First Death from Coronavirus as Number of Cases Doubles in 24 Hours

Turkey Announces First Death from Coronavirus as Number of Cases Doubles in 24 Hours

The country also confirmed 51 additional cases of Covid-19, bringing the total tally to 98.

Presidency Denies Rumors of Curfew, State of Emergency over Coronavirus

Presidency Denies Rumors of Curfew, State of Emergency over Coronavirus

"Such comprehensive restrictive steps are not on the government's agenda," Fahrettin Altun has said.

Dozens Attempt to Escape Coronavirus Quarantine, Clash with Police

Dozens Attempt to Escape Coronavirus Quarantine, Clash with Police

Dozens of people who were put under quarantine attempted to escape yesterday, engaging in a brawl with the police, while 28 people were rounded up as they were trying to escape.

Over 3,000 Passengers from Europe to be Quarantined in İstanbul, Kocaeli

Over 3,000 Passengers from Europe to be Quarantined in İstanbul, Kocaeli

The citizens who will return to Turkey from Germany, Spain, France, Austria, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Belgium and the Netherlands will be quarantined in students’ dormitories in İstanbul and Kocaeli for a period of 14 days.

Nineteen Detained over Social Media Posts on Coronavirus Outbreak

Nineteen Detained over Social Media Posts on Coronavirus Outbreak

Those who claimed that the government is hiding the cases and not taking necessary measures are being probed, the Minister of Interior has announced.

New Measures Against Covid-19 in Turkey

New Measures Against Covid-19 in Turkey

While the Ministry of Interior has announced that all bars, restaurants, cafes, wedding venues, movie theaters and indoors chlidren’s play areas have been temporarily closed, flights from six other countries have also been suspended over coronavirus.

Turkey's Coronavirus Tally Jumps to 47 Cases

Turkey's Coronavirus Tally Jumps to 47 Cases

The Health Minister has announced 29 more coronavirus cases, bringing the total number to 47.

Turkish Medical Association: Number of Covid-19 Cases Higher Than What Ministry Says

Turkish Medical Association: Number of Covid-19 Cases Higher Than What Ministry Says

The association has urged the Health Ministry to perform more tests and announce the results to the public, while a union has warned about an "equipment shortage."

Public Transport Use Plunges in İstanbul Amid Coronavirus Fears

Public Transport Use Plunges in İstanbul Amid Coronavirus Fears

After Turkey confirmed its first case of Covid-19, the use of public transport has significantly decreased in the metropolis.

İstanbul Governor’s Office: Passengers from Europe to be Quarantined

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İstanbul Governor’s Office: Passengers from Europe to be Quarantined

In a statement released by the Governor’s Office of İstanbul, it has been announced that the citizens who come to İstanbul from nine European countries will be quarantined in three students’ dormitories for a period of 14 days.

Prison Visits, Court Hearings Suspended over Coronavirus

Prison Visits, Court Hearings Suspended over Coronavirus

More measures have been announced as the Covid-19 tally rises to 18 cases in Turkey.

HDP: Refugees Stranded at Border More Vulnerable to Coronavirus

HDP: Refugees Stranded at Border More Vulnerable to Coronavirus

Refugees have been trying to cross into Greece for nearly three weeks after Turkey loosened border controls.

Economic Support, Measures to be Introduced Against Coronavirus

Economic Support, Measures to be Introduced Against Coronavirus

Minister of Treasury and Finance Berat Albayrak has shared a message on his Twitter account regarding the economic measures to be taken in Turkey against coronavirus.

Turkey Confirms 18th Coronavirus Case

Turkey Confirms 18th Coronavirus Case

Minister of Health Fahrettin Koca has announced the number of new Covid-19 cases in Turkey as 12. The total number of coronavirus cases has increased to 18 in the country.

Turkey Shuts Bars and Nightclubs, Suspends Flights from 9 Countries over Coronavirus

Turkey Shuts Bars and Nightclubs, Suspends Flights from 9 Countries over Coronavirus

While the Ministry of Interior has ordered the temporary closure of all bars and nightclubs in all 81 provinces in Turkey as of 10 a.m. today, flights from nine countries have been suspended as of this midnight.

Health Minister Koca: One More Person Tested Positive for Covid-19 in Turkey

Health Minister Koca: One More Person Tested Positive for Covid-19 in Turkey

Turkey has confirmed its sixth case of Covid-19, the new strain of coronavirus. “Unfortunately, the coronavirus test of a citizen who returned from Umrah in the last week turned out to be positive," Minister Koca has announced.

Turkey Confirms Fifth Coronavirus Case, Suspends Flights with European Countries

Turkey Confirms Fifth Coronavirus Case, Suspends Flights with European Countries

All five cases are "directly related," the Health Minister has informed and announced additional measures against the outbreak.