SEREMBAN: The influenza situation in Negri Sembilan remains under control and is being closely monitored by the state health authorities, said Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun.
He said that while several cases have been reported in schools, the situation is not alarming and does not warrant additional measures such as the free distribution of vaccines.
“Parents must ensure their children are in good health before attending school, while senior citizens who are at risk may obtain the vaccine for free at government health clinics,” he told reporters at the closing ceremony of the Negri Sembilan Uniformed Bodies Sports Championship here yesterday, Bernama reported.
Aminuddin was responding to a question on whether the state planned to offer free Influenza A vaccinations to students, similar to an initiative in Selangor.
Negri Sembilan recorded 299 influenza cases during Epidemiological Week 41 (Oct 5–11), up from 154 cases the previous week.
On another matter, Aminuddin said local authorities had taken appropriate action regarding a monument in Bandar Tasik Senangin that had raised public concern, reminding that any public structure must be sensitive to community values to avoid misunderstanding.
