14/12/2023
*BREAKING NEWS - MASKS ARE BACK!* 😷
*Health Ministry calls for masks again as Malaysia’s Covid-19 cases nearly double to 13,000 in a week*
Dec 13 — The Ministry of Health (MoH) today appealed *for all in the country to resume Covid-19 preventive measures* after reported cases almost doubled in its latest report, just weeks before the year-end holidays and festivities.
Health director-general Datuk Dr Muhammad Radzi Abu Hassan *advised the public to wear masks during gatherings with friends and family* as the 49th Epidemiological Week (ME49) from December 3-9 revealed a *concerning surge, with 12,757 reported cases compared to 6,796 cases in ME48.*
Dr Radzi called for a *greater sense of urgency and caution* in taking preventive measures, especially with celebrations that would see an increase in travel and gatherings.
*“MOH anticipates an increase in Covid-19 cases as individuals travel* to celebrate Christmas and the New Year, coupled with the potential for the spread of the virus during the *upcoming school holidays* starting from December 16.
*“Consequently, the MOH is appealing to the public to prioritise safety by wearing masks when venturing outside.* This precautionary measure is emphasised to protect not only oneself but also family, neighbours, and close friends from the risk of Covid-19 infection,” he said in a statement.
Read More:
https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2023/12/13/health-ministry-calls-for-masks-again-as-malaysias-covid-19-cases-nearly-double-to-13000-in-a-week/107329
*It is getting moreu serious each day. Be wise, put on your mask in public places*
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 13 — The Ministry of Health (MoH) today appealed for all in the country to resume Covid-19 preventive measures after reported cases almost doubled in its latest...