KLANG: The Covid-19 virus is still present and remains a threat, though the number of cases has decreased, according to Dr Wan Noraini Wan Mohamed Noor, deputy director of public health at the Selangor Health Department.
Dr Wan Noraini stated that the recent increase in Covid-19 cases in Selangor and Malaysia is consistent with global trends, particularly due to the winter season in the northern hemisphere, leading to an increase in respiratory-related conditions.
She attributed the rise in Covid-19 cases to unrestricted movement and the open geographical borders, although the infections reported are generally mild and comparable to the common flu.
Dr Zulkarnain Mohd Rawi, director of Hospital Tengku Ampuan Rahimah (HTAR) Klang, echoed Dr Wan Noraini’s sentiments, stating that the increase in cases is not a cause for alarm, as most people have been vaccinated and some have developed immunity to the virus. He also mentioned the availability of antiviral drugs to combat the infection.
Dr Zulkarnain indicated that HTAR currently has 16 Covid-19 patients, with only three classified under Category 5, the most severe, and the rest falling under less severe categories with varying levels of symptoms.
Private clinics in Subang Jaya and Petaling Jaya have reported an influx of Covid-19 patients, with a noticeable increase in the sale of test kits at a pharmacy in Klang, according to pharmacist Cynthia Lee.
Prof Dr Zamberi Sekawi, president of the Malaysian Society of Infectious Diseases and Chemotherapy, described the small resurgence of Covid-19 infections as a common trend, emphasizing the need for relevant parties to monitor, identify, and address the situation.
