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The Sun
4 days ago
- Health
- The Sun
Joint action leads to drop in dengue cases in S'gor
SHAH ALAM: Dengue cases in Selangor have shown a notable decline following coordinated control efforts involving various agencies, said State Public Health and Environment Committee chairman Jamaliah Jamaluddin. As of Epidemiological Week 21 (EW 21/2025), which ended on May 24, the state reported 519 cases — an 8.3 per cent decrease from the 566 cases recorded the previous week. 'Cumulatively, 11,003 dengue cases have been reported in Selangor this year up to EW 21, marking a significant 66 per cent drop compared to 21,316 cases during the same period in 2024,' she said in a statement today. Jamaliah added that only two dengue-related deaths have been recorded so far this year, compared to 11 in the corresponding period last year. She said the downward trend reflects the effectiveness of joint efforts by the Selangor Health Department (JKNS), local authorities, relevant agencies and the community in implementing dengue prevention and control measures. However, she reminded the public to remain vigilant and ensure that their homes and surroundings are free of Aedes mosquito breeding sites, especially with the rainy season approaching. 'Continued cooperation from all parties is essential to sustain this positive trend,' she said.
The Sun
22-05-2025
- Health
- The Sun
HFMD situation in Selangor under control, showing signs of recovery
SHAH ALAM: The hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) situation in Selangor is under control and showing early signs of recovery following coordinated control measures. State Public Health and Environment Committee chairman Jamaliah Jamaluddin said Selangor recorded 39,233 HFMD cases as of Epidemiological Week 19 (EW19/2025), which ended on May 10. She noted a significant rise in cases between EW1 5 and EW19, particularly after the first week of the Aidilfitri celebration. 'This increase is attributed to more active movement of people, social visits, close interactions among children in crowded settings such as relatives' homes, and the sharing of food and toys. 'Another factor is the lax screening at childcare facilities, which has hampered efforts to detect and isolate symptomatic children,' she said in a statement today. Jamaliah added that nine cases involving the Enterovirus 71 (EV71) variant were reported - seven in Sabak Bernam and two in Hulu Langat. One patient in Sabak Bernam was hospitalised and has since fully recovered, while the others received outpatient treatment. She said most HFMD clusters occurred in childcare and early education centres, including nurseries, kindergartens, preschools and tuition centres (42.8 per cent), followed by primary schools (five per cent), day care centres (three per cent), and secondary schools (0.2 per cent). The remaining 49 per cent were home-based. As of EW 19, a total of 627 premises were closed - 192 voluntarily and 435 under the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988 (Act 342). 'Voluntary closures involved 63 nurseries, 81 kindergartens, 25 government-run preschools (tabika), 15 preschools, one care centre, six primary schools and one other premises. 'Enforced closures included 168 nurseries, 157 kindergartens, 69 tabika, 29 preschools, two care centres and 10 primary schools,' she said. Jamaliah said the Selangor Health Department has instructed for increased sample collection, especially at institutions and among hospitalised patients, to improve monitoring and detection of virus variants. She advised parents not to send symptomatic children to care or educational centres and to ensure they remain at home until fully recovered to prevent further transmission. Operators of early childhood education centres are also urged to refuse entry to symptomatic children, conduct health screenings at entry points and maintain a high level of hygiene. She added that the state government, through the Public Health Committee, will distribute educational materials on HFMD, including information on symptoms and preventive measures, to nurseries and kindergartens in high-incidence areas. 'This initiative aims to strengthen community awareness and preparedness. The state government remains committed to working closely with the Selangor Health Department and all relevant agencies to control the outbreak effectively,' she said.
The Sun
22-05-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Selangor HFMD cases under control, signs of recovery
SHAH ALAM: The hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) situation in Selangor is under control and showing early signs of recovery following coordinated control measures. State Public Health and Environment Committee chairman Jamaliah Jamaluddin said Selangor recorded 39,233 HFMD cases as of Epidemiological Week 19 (EW19/2025), which ended on May 10. She noted a significant rise in cases between EW1 5 and EW19, particularly after the first week of the Aidilfitri celebration. 'This increase is attributed to more active movement of people, social visits, close interactions among children in crowded settings such as relatives' homes, and the sharing of food and toys. 'Another factor is the lax screening at childcare facilities, which has hampered efforts to detect and isolate symptomatic children,' she said in a statement today. Jamaliah added that nine cases involving the Enterovirus 71 (EV71) variant were reported - seven in Sabak Bernam and two in Hulu Langat. One patient in Sabak Bernam was hospitalised and has since fully recovered, while the others received outpatient treatment. She said most HFMD clusters occurred in childcare and early education centres, including nurseries, kindergartens, preschools and tuition centres (42.8 per cent), followed by primary schools (five per cent), day care centres (three per cent), and secondary schools (0.2 per cent). The remaining 49 per cent were home-based. As of EW 19, a total of 627 premises were closed - 192 voluntarily and 435 under the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988 (Act 342). 'Voluntary closures involved 63 nurseries, 81 kindergartens, 25 government-run preschools (tabika), 15 preschools, one care centre, six primary schools and one other premises. 'Enforced closures included 168 nurseries, 157 kindergartens, 69 tabika, 29 preschools, two care centres and 10 primary schools,' she said. Jamaliah said the Selangor Health Department has instructed for increased sample collection, especially at institutions and among hospitalised patients, to improve monitoring and detection of virus variants. She advised parents not to send symptomatic children to care or educational centres and to ensure they remain at home until fully recovered to prevent further transmission. Operators of early childhood education centres are also urged to refuse entry to symptomatic children, conduct health screenings at entry points and maintain a high level of hygiene. She added that the state government, through the Public Health Committee, will distribute educational materials on HFMD, including information on symptoms and preventive measures, to nurseries and kindergartens in high-incidence areas. 'This initiative aims to strengthen community awareness and preparedness. The state government remains committed to working closely with the Selangor Health Department and all relevant agencies to control the outbreak effectively,' she said.
Malay Mail
20-05-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Selangor orders vape ad seizures, mulls sales ban amid rising teen use
KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 — The Selangor government has directed local councils to seize all vape-related advertisements across the state with immediate effect. This move comes as part of early efforts to curb the rising use of electronic cigarettes, particularly among teenagers. State executive councillor for public health Jamaliah Jamaluddin said the directive was made following a recent coordination meeting she chaired. The meeting included officials from the Selangor Health Department, Economic Planning Unit, district health offices and local governments. Authorities discussed various enforcement challenges, including licensing issues and the legal framework surrounding vape products. They also raised concerns over online sales, which remain difficult to regulate and are a popular route for youth access. 'Nearly 14.9 per cent of teenage boys aged 13 to 17 in Malaysia are vape users,' said Jamaliah, citing the 2022 National Health and Morbidity Survey. She described the figure as 'deeply alarming' and said it reflected 'an urgent need for proactive action at the state level.' The state will hold a follow-up meeting to review potential policy options before submitting final proposals to the Selangor executive council. Until then, she said all councils have been told to enforce provisions under the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2023. This federal law bans all forms of advertising, promotion and sponsorship of electronic smoking products.
New Straits Times
18-05-2025
- Health
- New Straits Times
Exco: Covid cases in Selangor on the decline
SHAH ALAM: The Covid-19 infections in Selangor have declined significantly and remain under control, according to the state's latest health data. As of epidemiological week 19, cumulative cases for 2025 stand at 3,807. This is a sharp drop from 14,542 cases recorded during the same period last year. In a statement today, State Public Health and Environment Committee chairman Jamaliah Jamaluddin said weekly cases had stayed below 100 since Week 12 or mid-March, with consistent downward trends. She credited the state government's preventive efforts, cooperation with the Selangor Health Department (JKNS) and strong public compliance for helping keep infections low, even as neighbouring countries report renewed surges. Jamaliah urged continued caution, especially for high-risk groups such as older people and those with chronic conditions. She said state authorities would keep monitoring the situation and ensure that the public health system remains on standby. Her remarks came a day after Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the national government was watching regional developments closely, following rising case numbers in Thailand and Singapore. – BERNAMA
