KUCHING: There have been no confirmed cases of novel coronavirus 2019 (Covid-19) at Miri Hospital as of yesterday (Feb 16), said the State Health Department director Dr Chin Zin Hing.

He informed that Miri Hospital has received a total of 16 Patient Under Investigation (PUI) cases for Covid-19 infection, comprising 14 Malaysian citizens, a Chinese citizen and a Canadian citizen.



“Of these, 14 cases of PUI were found to be negative for laboratory tests, while two others were still pending.

“Ten cases of PUI were allowed to return (discredited) after being found healthy and laboratory tests for the second test were negative,” he said.

The State Health Department is again advising everyone to observe the highest standard of health by following measures such as covering their mouth and nose with tissue papers when coughing or sneezing; washing their hands with soap or hand sanitiser after coughing or sneezing; and using face mask when communicating with others.

The State Health Department also advised those who fell sick with fever, coughing and difficulty in breathing within 14 days after visiting China to report to the nearest hospitals. They must inform the doctors attending to them of their travelling history.

All doctors, whether they are from government hospitals or clinics and those in private practice, must notify the Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) of the State Health Department immediately if they come across any

suspected case.

They can do this by emailing to [email protected] or call 082-443248.