Flood season is sick season: Melaka govt takes steps to stop spread of diseases


MELAKA: The Melaka government is taking precautionary measures against the spread of water and vector-borne diseases after torrential rains have caused massive floods in the state.

Melaka rural development, flood management and green technology committee chairman Datuk Seri Idris Haron said the wet season is expected to continue and healthcare providers in the state have been asked to brace for a spike in various types of diseases that are often associated with floods.

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