As govt mulls 'full' lockdown, MOH calls for 'self-imposed' lockdown

 

The Ministry of Health (MOH) has urged Malaysians to consider “self-imposed” lockdown as authorities mull the possibility of even more movement curbs.

In a tweet last night, the ministry proposed five steps to “self-imposed”, restrictions which Malaysians can take to prevent the spread of Covid-19.

They are:

1. Limit grocery shopping to once a week;

2. Purchase fuel for a full tank when refuelling vehicles;

3. Pray;

4. Buy online where possible; and,

5. Ensure zero visitors.

The Health Ministry is currently dealing with an unprecedented number of Covid-19 patients who needed intensive care or ventilators.

Although the entire Klang Valley has been under movement control order (MCO), beginning in some parts on May 6, the number of daily Covid-19 cases in the region is still trending upwards.

This was despite the suspension of social activities, all forms of schooling and religious activities.

Health Minister Dr Adham Baba said his ministry has tabled a proposal for a “full lockdown” in the Klang Valley - which alluded to the suspension of most business activities similar to restrictions imposed in March last year.

According to The Straits Times, the authorities are debating the proposal.

So far, Finance Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz has responded negatively. He predicted that shutting down businesses will derail the government’s goal of achieving a 6-7.5 percent economic growth for this year. - Mkini