Indonesia Records 140,600 Covid-19 Deaths, Second Highest in Asia

Indonesia recorded an additional 166 deaths due to the Covid-19 coronavirus on Monday, September 20, 2021. As a result, the total coronavirus death toll in the country has reached 140,634.

According to Worldometer data, this number remains the second highest in Asia. India recorded the highest number of deaths, with 445,416.

Following Indonesia, Iran is in third place with 117,526 coronavirus deaths. Turkey and the Philippines recorded 61,805 and 36,934 deaths, respectively.

To reduce the risk of coronavirus death, the public is advised to get vaccinated. The Ministry of Health (Kemenkes) states that the risk of death from coronavirus is reduced by up to 37% for those who have received one dose of the vaccine. The risk of death is reduced by up to 73% for those who have received two doses.

In addition, the public needs to prevent the spread of the coronavirus by diligently implementing the 3M health protocols: wearing masks, maintaining distance, and washing hands with soap. The public is also urged to reduce mobility and avoid crowds.