Health Ministry to study use of face shield in schools, says Ismail Sabri
A study on using face shields instead in schools is being done to help families who can afford to buy disposable masks. – The Malaysian Insight file pic, August 10, 2020.
THE government is looking into the use of face shields for schoolchildren rather than masks, Senior Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob said. Ismail Sabri said the matter had been brought up to the Health Ministry taking into consideration families who could not afford to buy disposable face masks. 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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