Schools linked to influenza A outbreak being monitored, says Health Minister


KUALA SELANGOR (Bernama): The Health Ministry has directed district health officials to monitor schools, where the influenza A virus outbreak has been detected in order to stem the spread of the disease among students.

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the ministry also reminded the schools to constantly monitor the outbreak as a measure to ensure the health of the students.

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