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GE15: Covid-19-positive voters must wear masks at polling stations, says health DG

They are barred from public transport, including e-hailing vehicles, says Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah

Updated 3 years ago · Published on 14 Nov 2022 1:52PM

GE15: Covid-19-positive voters must wear masks at polling stations, says health DG
Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah says that masks for the general public are encouraged when they go to vote tomorrow (early voting) and on polling day this Saturday. – The Vibes file pic, November 14, 2022

KUALA LUMPUR – It is mandatory for voters who are Covid-19 positive to wear masks when they are at the polling stations, said Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.

However, he said that masks for the general public are encouraged when they go to vote tomorrow (early voting) and on polling day this Saturday.

He added that Covid-19 voters are not allowed on public transport, including e-hailing vehicles.

Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia Facebook pic, November 14, 2022
Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia Facebook pic, November 14, 2022

“Covid-19 voters are also not allowed to make pit stops before and after voting. They are to head home immediately once they are done casting their ballots,” he said in a statement today.

“Health officers will be stationed at the polling stations to ensure a smooth voting process for Covid-19 patients. Please cooperate and follow their advice on that day.”

He also advised voters, especially those who tested positive for Covid-19, to adhere to social distancing and practise regular hand sanitisation to help curb the spread of the virus. 

Meanwhile, those who have yet to get their second booster shots are encouraged to do so. – The Vibes, November 14, 2022

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