Influenza A: MoE confirms schools' closure in Penang, Selangor


Part of the SJKC Li Hwa pupils as some wearing face mask were seen leaving the school after 19 students from two classes have come down with influenza A at the school in Butterowth on Tuesday (Jan 7). - Starpic by MUSTAFA AHMAD/The Star/8 Jan 2020.

KUALA LUMPUR (Bernama): The Education Ministry has confirmed the temporary closure of schools in several states, including Penang and Selangor, after students there tested positive for Influenza A.

The ministry is now monitoring all learning institutions, especially schools, to keep track of the situation.

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Influenza A , Schools , MoE , Closure , Health

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