MELAKA: The public, especially those at high risk, such as children, the elderly and chronic patients, are advised to take care of their health and preventive measures to avoid respiratory tract infections following the current hazy conditions.
The State Health, Human Resources and Unity Committee chairman said they also advised the public to seek treatment immediately if they experience shortness of breath, conjunctivitis, or have an asthma attack.
"However, based on the monitoring, no significant upward trend was recorded for all the diseases from March 1 to Sept 30,” Ngwe Hee Sem said in a statement on Tuesday .
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