2,500 Covid-19 close contacts yet to get tested, says Uggah
A special task force has been set up in Sarawak to get those identified as close contacts of coronavirus patients screened for the disease. – The Malaysian Insight file pic, April 20, 2020.
SOME 2,500 people identified as close contacts of Covid-19 patients in Kuching have yet to be screened, said Douglas Uggah Embas. The Sarawak deputy chief minister said a special task force led by former state health director Dr Jamilah Hashim has been set up to address the issue. Effective July 2018, access to full reports will only be available with a subscription. Sign-up now and enjoy one week free access!
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