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Around 6,000 Students in Malaysia Infected with Influenza, Prompting School Closures
Nearly 6,000 students infected and about 100 influenza clusters reported nationwide as schools close to limit virus spread before critical exams, officials said.
- On Monday , Education Ministry Director-General Mohd Azam Ahmad ordered several schools closed on district health advice, keeping around 6,000 pupils at home before 400,000 students sit the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia exam on Nov 3.
- Last Thursday, the health ministry reported 97 influenza clusters during Epidemiological Week 40/2025, most in educational institutions, up from 14 the week before.
- Schools were instructed to implement preventive controls including face masks and reduced large-group activities, Mohd Azam Ahmad said, `We already have extensive experience in dealing with infectious diseases from the COVID-19 pandemic`.
- Thousands of pupils will stay home for up to a week, and the ministry did not specify when it will review the closures, according to Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad.
- The geographic distribution shows all states recorded increases, highest in Selangor , with public health expert Sharifa Ezat Wan Puteh urging special attention to children and annual influenza vaccination.
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Last week, the Health Ministry reported 97 flu outbreaks across the country, up from 14 14 days ago.
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Around 6,000 students in Malaysia have been infected with influenza and some schools have been closed for the safety of children and staff, an education ministry official said.
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Around 6,000 students in Malaysia infected with influenza, prompting school closures
Malaysia Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad said his ministry will discuss with the education ministry on further action to contain the spread of the virus in schools.
Influenza Outbreak Closes Schools in Malaysia
Influenza Outbreak Closes Schools in Malaysia An influenza outbreak has struck Malaysia, infecting approximately 6,000 students and resulting in the temporary closure of some schools, an education ministry official confirmed.Director General Mohd Azam Ahmad highlighted that schools are urged to adhere to safety guidelines, including the use of face masks and minimizing large gatherings.Health ministry reports indicate a significant rise in influ…
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