Malaysia Confirms 3 New Cases of Wuhan Virus, Patients Treated in Langkawi & Johor Bahru

Malaysia has confirmed three new cases of the Wuhan virus, bringing the total number cases in the country to seven.

According to CNA, Health Director-General Noor Hisham Abdullah said on Tuesday (28th January) that all seven cases involve Chinese citizens.

The infected patients are a four-year-old child, who is being treated at a hospital in Langkawi, a 52-year-old man, who is being treated at a hospital in Johor Bahru, and the mother of the two previously confirmed cases.

Source: fmt

Dr Noor Hisham said that the authorities are still waiting for the lab results of one case.

Meanwhile, our government has officially suspended the granting of visas and banned all Chinese travellers from China’s Hubei province from entering the country.

Source: malay mail

Malaysia’s health ministry is working hard to ensure that they respond promptly towards this epidemic outbreak and are enhancing their capabilities in dealing with the new coronavirus infections.

As of now, media reports 6059 confirmed cases and 132 reported deaths.

Don’t forget to wear a mask when you go out and keep your personal hygiene in check. 

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