Covid-19: Test travelers from China before allowing entry to Malaysia, says MMA


PETALING JAYA: Travelers coming to Malaysia from China should be tested for Covid-19 before being allowed to enter the country, says the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA).

In a statement on Wednesday (Jan 4), the MMA urged the government to take all necessary precautions to prevent a surge of Covid-19 cases in the country.

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