Covid-19: Those with symptoms get priority for swab tests, says Health DG


PUTRAJAYA: As the increasing number of Covid-19 infections continues to overwhelm the country, not all individuals identified as close contacts may undergo tests.

Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham said the ministry will prioritise swab tests for individuals with symptoms first.

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