Covid-19: Swab tests not needed for students unless they display symptoms, says Ismail Sabri


PUTRAJAYA: Students sitting for examinations or returning to campuses and hostels are not required to do a swab test unless they show Covid-19 symptoms, says Senior Minister (Security) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.

He said there had been suggestions for students to undergo screening before returning to campuses and hostels and pay for it themselves.

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