People should 'listen to the experts on coronavirus'

As opposed to famous people

Adam Saville
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Dr David Poots praises Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp for telling press to listen to those ‘with knowledge’

The total number of people in the UK who have tested positive for coronavirus is now at 115 with health officials moving into the second phase of their response to the outbreak (as of 5 March). Professor Chris Whitty, the UK's chief medical adviser and Health Secretary Matt Hancock are just some of those who have spoken to the media on how people should handle the situation.  Another person who was asked by the media for their views on the epidemic was Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp. However, Klopp refused to comment and said those with genuine knowledge of coronavirus should be listened...

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