Malaysia today recorded 131 new COVID-19 cases and ONE death, but also discharged 236 patients who have fully recovered!

Here are the COVID-19 updates for Malaysia on 6 April 2020…

COVID-19 In Malaysia : 236 More Patients Recovered!

As of 5 PM today, the Malaysia Ministry of Health announced that another 236 patients have fully recovered – the most ever discharged in a single day!

That means a total of 1241 COVID-19 patients have fully recovered in Malaysia so far! That’s a recovery rate of 32.72%.

COVID-19 In Malaysia : 131 New Cases!

They identified 131 new COVID-19 cases today – bringing the total number of COVID-19 cases in Malaysia to 3793, with 2,490 active cases.

They also shared that the number of COVID-19 cases in the ICU increased to 102, with six more patients requiring respiratory support – 54 at the current count.

Here is the breakdown of cases, according to states. Selangor maintains the highest total at 970 cases, followed by Kuala Lumpur with 640 cases, and Johor with 468 cases.

COVID-19 In Malaysia : ONE Death Today

The Malaysia Ministry of Health announced ONE death today, which means a total of 62 people have died from COVID-19 in Malaysia – a mortality rate of 1.63%.

62nd Death : Case 3663 was a 67 year-old Malaysian male, with history of diabetes and hypertension. He was a close contact of Cases 1265, 1266, 1267, 1404 and 2549, who were index cases from the Tabligh congregation.

He was admitted to the Sultanah Nur Zahirah Hospital in Terengganu on 29 March 2020, but passed away on 5 April 2020 at 10:22 AM.

COVID-19 Deaths In Malaysia So Far

Day 20 Of Movement Control Order In Malaysia

Today marks the 20th day of the nationwide lockdown on travel, work and business in Malaysia, which has been extended until 14 April, 2020.

During this time, all government and private offices and businesses will be closed, except those providing essential services.

Although there are no restrictions on travel within Malaysia during this lockdown, you will have nowhere to go, as all shops will be closed, except supermarkets, grocery shops and convenience stores selling essential items.

Schools, colleges, universities, cinemas, and so on, will also be closed. Cafes and restaurants will be closed for dine-in patrons, but you will be able to take-away food, or have them delivered to you.

Recommended : Malaysia NATIONWIDE COVID-19 Restrictions : Full Details!

Recommended : Malaysia COVID-19 Lockdown : Frequently Asked Questions!

The Malaysian government has also announced three Enhanced MCOs :

Menara City One : 31 March until 13 April 2020

: Hulu Langat : 30 March until 13 April 2020

: Two areas in Simpang Renggam : 27 March until 9 April 2020 .

COVID-19 : How To Keep Safe!

Here are a few simple steps to stay safe from COVID-19 :

Avoid suspected cases or disease hotpots, like hospitals, if possible!

Avoid public events and crowds

Keep our hands clean with soap or hand sanitiser

Keep our home, office, vehicles, etc. clean

If you need to wear a surgical mask, make sure you put it on and remove it properly!

Wash your food with water (and soap) after purchase and before preparation

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