PETALING JAYA: Although the worst of the east coast floods are over, residents in devastated areas now face the risk of contracting dangerous or deadly diseases.
The Health Ministry, anticipating an increase in diseases such as leptospirosis and melioidosis, is performing regular screenings at health and relief centres.
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