Busting viral threats


Chow (left) launching the campaign together with (from right) Ashwin, Malaysian Association of Hotels Penang Chapter chairman Khoo Boo Lim and Yeoh.

THE Penang government has launched the ‘Penang Lawan Covid-19’ campaign to combat the outbreak and ensure the delivery of accurate information to the people.

Following a rise in reported cases by the Health Ministry, Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said it was vital to curb the spread of inaccurate news and information which could induce panic and confusion among the public.

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