Bukit Gasing assemblyperson Rajiv Risyakaran has launched an initiative today to subsidise the cost of Covid-19 testing for Bukit Gasing residents.
The residents only have to pay RM60 per test. The testing will be done using the Rapid Antigen Test kit.
The initiative comes amidst the surge of the coronavirus cases in the Petaling district as well as nationwide. There are currently about 377 active cases in the district.
"In the previous months, I have been objecting to the price of the testing.
"For the last six weeks, the worry has started growing because of a spike in Covid-19 cases.
"The Health Ministry limits testing only to close contacts who fulfil certain requirements.
"We are doing this initiative to allow those who suspect they have had close contact or present symptoms to get themselves tested immediately and affordably," he said.
Rajiv urged the residents to take advantage of the initiative, especially considering there are many asymptomatic cases.
"By testing, we can minimise the further spread," he said.
Those who are interested can send a photo of their identification card via WhatsApp to 016 3064101. The testing will be done by appointment only. - Mkini
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