All 46 suspected mpox cases negative, says Dzulkefly


BERNAMApic

JOHOR BARU: The Health Ministry has confirmed that 46 cases of suspected monkeypox or mpox virus in Malaysia turned out negative.

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad (pic) said that to date, only nine mpox cases had been recorded in Malaysia, all last year.

ALSO READ: More awareness needed on mpox

Almost 5.2 million travellers have been screened at international entry points since Aug 16, he added.

"The last time, we encountered a positive variant of clade 2 (nine cases) – not clade 1b, which is more virulent – was in December," he told reporters at the Clean, Smoke-Free Premises Walkabout Programme in Jalan Dhoby here on Thursday (Sept 5) night.

Also present were state health and environment committee chairman Ling Tian Soon, Health director-general (Public Health) Datuk Dr Norhayati Rusli, and Johor Health director Dr Mohtar Pungut @ Ahmad.

ALSO READ: M’sia to get mpox vaccines soon

Dzulkefly noted that mpox screenings at entry points, including airports, would not cause delays in travellers' clearance.

"We will continue to improve our security at land, air and sea international entrances.

"(Screening is conducted) using a mobile scanner so I don't see any interruptions or delays (in clearance)," he added. – Bernama

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
   

Next In Nation

Special op on motorcycles led to 10% drop in accidents, says Bukit Aman
Police to use drones to tackle cross-border crimes in Kelantan
Kelantan cops foil bid to smuggle shoes, handbags worth RM3.1mil
60 deaths, over 6,000 accidents reported during Deepavali period
Cops nab 48 following raids on unlicensed entertainment outlets in Kepong, Puchong
Don't be hypocrites, Anwar tells critics of Najib's apology
Plans in place to enhance cancer care, especially in rural areas, says Health Ministry
Lorry driver nabbed in Teluk Intan after unlicensed fireworks display sparks blaze
No internet censorship once social media licensing is enforced, says Comms Ministry
Newborn found abandoned in Sibu in stable condition at hospital, says S'wak minister

Others Also Read