NSTnation Malaysia is not letting down its guard Covid19
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the relevant authorities would remain vigilant, especially when the number of positive cases in the neighbouring countries continued to increase.
Following his video conferencing call to his Singapore counterpart on Feb 11, Dr Dzulkefly said a joint working group between both countries had been formed. “We will continue to fine-tune our measures such as exit screenings and on other matters. I was also made to understand there would be a meeting between the two deputy ministers on Tuesday ,” he added.
He said those with bouts of cough, fever or experiencing shortness of breath should seek treatment and always wear face masks to avoid infecting others.
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