President Akufo-Addo has encouraged families to conduct private burials with not more than 25 mourners for their loved ones to decongest the mortuaries.
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This he said is becoming a health hazard and could lead to the possible outbreak of diseases.
The President also advised against the dissemination of fake news and stigmatization against persons who have recovered from COVID-19.
He warned that persons caught spreading false information will be held accountable.
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The President entreated Ghanaians to adhere to the precautionary measures like hand washing, use of sanitizers and the wearing of protective face masks, adding that the Ghana Medical Association will soon come out with guidelines to that effect.
