It is necessary to give accurate information on how to properly deal with the virus, given the torrent of misinformation on the platform , he said.

He team has launched an info graphics entitled “Social Distance : What does it mean?”

It describes social distance as a practice of avoiding close contact between people to reduce the risk of being infected .

It advises people to avoid social gatherings, sport events and crowded malls.

The team has also made a short video clip to explain how social distancing could slow the spread of virus and encourage people to share it on social media platforms.