‘If we act swiftly, we can contain it’


Open wide: Dr Noradhiah Tumirin taking a swab sample from a resident at the Selcare clinic in Puchong during a Covid-19 screening. The Selangor government is providing free tests for those who returned from Sabah before the mandatory screening ruling at airports was implemented recently. — AZHAR MAHFOF/The Star

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia is more than capable of flattening the recent spike in Covid-19 cases but health authorities must act quickly while the situation is still under control, say experts.

They warned that the situation could escalate if measures were not put into place as soon as possible.

Save 30% for ads-free and full access now!

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month
RM9.73 only

Billed as RM9.73 for the 1st month then RM13.90 thereafters.

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month
RM8.63/month

Billed as RM103.60 for the 1st year then RM148 thereafters.

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Covid-19 , Coronavirus , sabah , melaka ,

Next In Nation

Fadillah recounts quake scare during Istanbul official visit
Do you know...about the batu giling
Health Dept worker held over RM1.5mil false claims
Ayer Kuning voters want friendly, committed rep
Two women redefining rural leadership roles
Malaysia first nation authorised to distribute nusuk cards for haj
Scam syndicate lands 10 in jail
Businesses to run till there’s no more water
‘Clear guidelines, efficient registration key to better protection’
Durian skin, tea leaf soap wins big

Others Also Read