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I have been posting about Covid-19 and planning to contribute more about this disease, prevention methods and the new vaccines. Covid-19 has changed our lives forever and it has impacted the whole world. I believe it is important to discuss it on our WIKI. 

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  1. PearlNovember 19, 2020 at 6:21 PM

    Covid-19 is very important but be sure that your contribution is related to our topic of New Media.

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