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Sarawak vigilant and prepared for potential ‘Disease X’ threat

KUCHING: Despite not yet being discovered, Sarawak remains on high alert for the possible existence of “Disease X.” Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stressed the significance of this vigilance, citing the World Health Organization’s (WHO) classification of “Disease X” due to its unknown nature and the uncertainty of when the next […]

BNM Governor: Need to stay vigilant as core inflation remains elevated

BY KARINA IMRAN & SHARIFAH PIRDAUS SYED ALI KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia must stay vigilant on inflation given that core inflation is still elevated at a higher-than-usual level, according to Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) governor Datuk Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour. High inflation makes life difficult for the rakyat, especially the lower-income group, and can cause significant harm […]

Be careful amid rising COVID-19 cases

Dr Sim Covid

KUCHING: Sarawakians are being urged to remain vigilant as COVID-19 cases continue to surge. In a video message posted on his Facebook page today, Deputy Premier Minister Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said the need for people to take the COVID-19 booster shots, particularly vulnerable groups such as the elderly and those with comorbidity […]

Stay vigilant advice amid new Covid-19 variant

SIBU: People must remain vigilant even though Malaysia has moved into the endemic phase of COVID-19. Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government Michael Tiang said compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) should continue to be observed at all times. According to him, this is essential as the COVID-19 outbreak now has a […]

People need to remain vigilant to curb Covid-19

KUCHING: Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian has urged everyone to practise safety measures, including self-assessment, self-testing and self-isolation as Sarawak enters Phase 4 of the National Recovery Plan and the stage of living with the Covid-19 virus. “Self-assessment on your risk exposure to yourself and also to your loved ones. Self-test […]

Avoid 3Cs and practise 3Ws

KUCHING: Sarawakians have been urged to remain vigilant in view of the increasing daily Covid-19 cases. The State Disaster Management Committee (SDMC), in a statement on Sunday (Sept 12), reminded the public to follow the health recommendations and advices at all times. It urged them to avoid the 3Cs, namely, crowded areas, confined spaces and […]

Don’t take things lightly, virus still active

KUCHING: Sarawakians have been reminded not to take things lightly and take all the necessary precautions as the state moves into the Phase Two of the National Recovery Plan (NRP) beginning today (July 14). Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii said this is because the virus is still in the community and everyone needs to […]

Virus mutating; continuous vigilance needed

KUCHING: The Covid-19 virus is constantly mutating, thus Sarawakians are advised to take precautions despite Sarawak entering Phase Two of the National Recovery Plan (NRP) that begins today. Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) advisor Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said Sarawak was able to move into the next phase due to cooperation among the […]

Test results confirm zero cases at Rumah Sidah

SARATOK: The mandatory quarantine period for the occupants of Rumah Sidah in Sungai Brangan here ended today as test results had shown no positive cases among its occupants. The results from the second swab tests for 58 occupants of the longhouse as well as 31 students and 11 teachers at SMK Saratok here were also […]

Post vaccination vigilance a must

KUCHING: Although the country may be getting its first batch of the Covid-19 vaccine next year, Sarawakians must continue to remain vigilant. This is because, when the vaccines are applied, it will take some time to roll out, said Minister of Local Government and Housing Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian when giving the reminder. […]