The Malaysian Public Health Physicians’ Association submits step-by-step guide to the authorities which will enable students on campuses to return home while ensuring their safety and that of others. FMTNews Student Covid19
Tens of thousands of students have been stranded on campus since the movement control order began on March 18.
Limited human interaction, being apart from their family and, for Muslims, the prospect of spending Ramadan alone, could lead to mental stress, depression and even suicidal thoughts, PPPKAM said. Ismail, the senior minister for security, said authorities must also take into account that some 100,000 students might have to undergo screening for Covid-19 before being cleared for travel.
“Only those who are confirmed negative for Covid-19 will be allowed to travel. Testing of samples will be done by staff from campus health clinics adhering to health ministry guidelines.”
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