Dr Mahathir responds well to treatment

Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has responded well to treatment since his admission to the National Heart Institute (IJN) in Kuala Lumpur.

A statement from his office today said the former prime minister was currently undergoing treatment which involved chest physiotherapy and exercise.

"The medical team is satisfied with his progress," said the statement.

Dr Mahathir was admitted on Monday following a chest infection.

Doctors have advised that visits be confined to immediate family members only. – Bernama