COVID-19 Health Advisory
Tips and advice on what to do if you get COVID-19 and how to monitor your symptoms.
Tested positive for COVID-19?
We recommend receiving medical advice if you fall under any of the following criteria
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Aged 70 years and older
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Less than 3 years old
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Less than 12 years old and have any of these conditions:
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Congenital condition or growth disorder that affects the heart, lungs or brain
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Diabetes Mellitus or Hypertension
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Pregnant
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Had an organ transplant surgery before
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Have any disease or are taking medications which weaken the immune system
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Diagnosed with cancer before (including blood cancers)
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On dialysis
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Diagnosed with HIV or AIDS
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Have disease affecting heart, lungs, kidneys, liver or brain that required hospital admission in the last 6 months
COVID-19 Different Variants & Symptoms
Beta Variant (B.1.351)
Detected May 20’
Alpha Variant (B.1.1.7)
Detected Sept 20’
Delta Variant (B.1.1.529)
Detected Dec 20’
Omicron Variant (B.1.617.2)
Detected Nov 21’
How contagious is it?
The Beta variant was approximately 50% more contagious than the original strain, according to the CDC.
How contagious is it?
The Delta Variant is estimated to cause over double the number of infections compared to earlier variants.
How contagious is it?
The original Omicron strain is more transmissible than Delta, with its sub variants recognized as particularly effective in spreading the disease.
How contagious is it?
The Alpha Variant shows an increased contagiousness of 30% to 50% compared to the original SARS-CoV-2 strain.
Symptoms
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Mild headaches
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Sore Throat
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Persistent Cough
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Fever
*Shares symptoms as the original virus
Symptoms
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Shortness of breath
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Cough
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Fatigue
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Fever
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Change of sense of taste/smell
*Shares symptoms as the original virus
Symptoms
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Mild Headaches
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Sore throat
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Runny Nose/ Cold
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Persistent Cough
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Fever
*Infected people may mistake the symptoms for a bad cold and not realize they need to isolate
*Similar symptoms as the Original Virus
Symptoms
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Mild Headaches
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Sore throat
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Runny Nose/ Cold
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Persistent Cough
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Fever
*Shares symptoms as the original virus
COVID-19 Vaccination in Malaysia
The COVID-19 vaccine is provided for free to all citizens and non-citizens of Malaysia. On January 11, 2022, KKM announced the availability and roll out of COVID-19 booster shots. The booster shot is highly recommended to ensure optimal protection against COVID-19 infection especially from severe symptoms, and, in unfortunate cases, deaths.
Post-Vaccination/Booster Care Tips
It's important to stay hydrated, get enough rest and avoid strenuous exercise. Like most vaccines, you may experience side effects from the vaccination and booster shot. Most side effects are mild, and you will get better within a few days. Talk to a doctor for advice and medicine to alleviate any pain and discomfort experienced after getting vaccinated.
