‘Covid SOPs can prevent flu’


Lingering sniffles: A good way to prevent infection is by physical distancing and wearing face masks in public. — YAP CHEE HONG/The Star

PETALING JAYA: With the rise of influenza-like illness (ILI) in the community, reinforcing Covid-19 preventive measures such as wearing face masks could significantly reduce infections, say experts.

Hospital Teluk Intan’s Emergency and Trauma Department head Dr Samsu Ambia said there had been more patients seeking treatment for ILI recently.

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