Covid-19: Selangor gearing up for possible surge in cases, says state Health director


Selangor Health director Datuk Dr Sha’ari Ngadiman - Filepic/The Star

PETALING JAYA: Selangor is gearing up for a possible surge in Covid-19 cases, as its hospitals have begun to see an increase in admissions.

In a statement, Selangor Health director Datuk Dr Sha’ari Ngadiman said across the state, 92% of 1,286 beds meant for non-critical Covid-19 cases are currently utilised.

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