Influenza outbreak: Still safe to travel to Japan, but precautions urged


PETALING JAYA: Travelling to Japan is still safe despite the influenza outbreak there but precautions must be taken, say health experts and tour operators.

Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) medical epidemiologist Assoc Prof Dr Malina Osman said precautions enforced during the Covid-19 pandemic, such as wearing masks and frequent washing and sanitising of hands, should be observed.

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