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TRIBUNNEWS.COM, JAKARTA - News 12 travelers who died as a result of long commutes to the toll gate exit Brebes get a response from the Ministry of Health.
Through a press release sent to the media on Wednesday (07/06/2016), Head of Communications and Community Services of the Ministry of Health Oscar Primadi explain, the events that resulted in the death of dozens of people took place on 3-5 July and in several places.
Thus, continued Oscar, the incident did not happen in one day as the impression that emerged in the news media.
Meanwhile, the Indonesian Health Ministry crisis center head Achmad Yurianto explained, there are a number of factors that cause the death of the victim.
"Fatigue and lack of fluids can be fatal, especially for vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly and those with chronic diseases (hypertension, diabetes or heart disease," said Yurianto.
"Plus the condition of the vehicle cabin is small, enclosed and continuous use of air conditioning. This lowers oxygen levels and increasing CO2," he added.
To reduce the risk of such an override of the travelers, Oscar Primadi reminded that citizens who travel a lot should ensure his health condition.
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