KUALA LUMPUR: Individuals who tested positive for Covid-19 will be treated similarly to other respiratory infections and will no longer be given home surveillance orders (HSO).

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the HSO was among the standard operating procedures and guidelines that were reviewed by the ministry in implementing Living with Covid-19.

​Previously, those tested positive for Covid-19 will have to observe a five-day HSO, starting from the onset of symptoms.

As for the issuance of medical leave certificates or referral to a hospital (if necessary), Dr Dzulkefly said it is based on the assessment of the attending medical officer.

"Close contacts of Covid-19 positive cases are encouraged to monitor symptoms and health status.

"If symptoms persist or worsen, it is advised to visit nearby healthcare facilities (government or private) for assessment and further treatment," he said in a parliamentary reply to Datuk Dr Ahmad Yunus Hairi (PN-Kuala Langat) published yesterday.

Yunus was inquiring about the preparations made by the ministry given the recent increase in cases of Covid-19 in Singapore.

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