A Fijian student says he will remain in Wuhan because it is not as dangerous as what is being portrayed in the media.
Varun Kapoor said misinformation about the deadly coronavirus is spreading as fast as the disease.
Varun Kapoor says he is safe in Wuhan. Photo: Supplied by Varun Kapoor
He said an epidemic of fake news is appearing online and people need to be cautious about what they hear and read on social media.
"It's not like a complete lockdown. I still go out, take my regular afternoon walks for an hour and come back to my dormitory. I go for regular shopping."
"There's this misconception. I think the media has painted Wuhan as zombieland - that is not actually the case," he said.
Members of the International Students Office at Wuhan University of Technology provide vegetables to students who have remained on campus. Photo: Supplied by Varun Kapoor