Dr Mahathir tests positive for Covid-19, admitted to hospital

By RAHIMY RAHIM

PETALING JAYA: Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has tested positive for Covid-19 on Wednesday (Aug 31) morning, says his office

"Dr Mahathir has been admitted to the National Heart Institute for observation for the next few days as advised by the medical team," his office said in a statement.

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