KOTA KINABALU: More frequent and destructive tropical storms have affected residents in Pulau Gaya here which has seen a rise in infectious diseases, especially among the young.
The "Impact of Climate Change on Children: A Malaysian Perspective (ICCC)" study also found their schooling disrupted while they were affected by limited access to basic services.
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