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Mexico talking to China, AstraZeneca on trials for coronavirus vaccine

Mexico talking to China, AstraZeneca on trials for coronavirus vaccine

CORONAVIRUS | It wants to run trials for experimental Covid-19 vaccines, of which more than 100 vaccines are being developed and tested around the world.

Trump urges slowdown in Covid-19 testing, calling it a 'double-edge sword'

Trump urges slowdown in Covid-19 testing, calling it a 'double-edge sword'

A White House official says the US president was joking about his call for slowdown in testing during a campaign rally.

No free Covid-19 test for all, says Health DG

No free Covid-19 test for all, says Health DG

CORONAVIRUS | Only those falling within certain groups will be eligible for the test in government health facilities.

LETTER | Focus on testing foreign workers and targeted groups

LETTER | Focus on testing foreign workers and targeted groups

Steps must also be taken to address the living conditions of foreign workers in the country.
Ismail: Employers can do periodic Covid-19 testing but at own cost

Ismail: Employers can do periodic Covid-19 testing but at own cost

Employers can pay for further periodic testing if they see a need to do so, says defence minister.
Singapore plans coronavirus tests for all in migrant dormitories

Singapore plans coronavirus tests for all in migrant dormitories

CORONAVIRUS | It will involve 323,000 migrant workers living in cramped dorms that have become a hotbed for infections.

As M'sians return to work, MOH warns against 'finger prick' tests

As M'sians return to work, MOH warns against 'finger prick' tests

CORONAVIRUS | Some private clinics offer the rapid test, but it can’t be used for diagnosis or determine immunity status.

Equipment calibration issue leads to 33 Covid-19 false positives in S'pore

Equipment calibration issue leads to 33 Covid-19 false positives in S'pore

CORONAVIRUS | The laboratory responsible have stopped all testing until the calibration issue is resolved.

Workers facing problems in getting free Socso Covid-19 tests

Workers facing problems in getting free Socso Covid-19 tests

CORONAVIRUS | An official of the healthcare provider appointed by Socso to conduct the tests says too many came for testing.

MMA: Impractical to test all foreign workers for Covid-19

MMA: Impractical to test all foreign workers for Covid-19

It proposes enforcing the 'new normal' which includes the necessary measures to reduce the chances of spreading the virus.

Mass testing of foreign workers to prevent new Covid-19 clusters, gov't tells MEF

Mass testing of foreign workers to prevent new Covid-19 clusters, gov't tells MEF

CORONAVIRUS | Ismail Sabri says the gov't is taking its cue from S'pore where the majority of Covid-19 cases are from foreign workers.

LETTER | Is Covid-19 under control?

LETTER | Is Covid-19 under control?

We should proceed with great caution as some countries that have opened up show an immediate rise in infected persons.
No undocumented migrants have volunteered for Covid-19 test yet - minister

No undocumented migrants have volunteered for Covid-19 test yet - minister

CORONAVIRUS | Ismail Sabri says this was despite assurance from gov't not to take action against them.

'Threatening migrants with detention will scare them off Covid-19 testing'

'Threatening migrants with detention will scare them off Covid-19 testing'

CORONAVIRUS | Activist says this reverses work NGOs have done convincing foreigners it is safe to come forward.

Swiss researchers see sewage as early warning sign for Covid flares

Swiss researchers see sewage as early warning sign for Covid flares

CORONAVIRUS | Early results of the new detection method are encouraging.

Up to NSC to decide action on undocumented migrants - MOH

Up to NSC to decide action on undocumented migrants - MOH

UPDATED 6.32PM | CORONAVIRUS | Health DG says ministry's focus is only on detecting positive cases.

MPs may be tested for Covid-19 before May 18 Dewan Rakyat sitting

MPs may be tested for Covid-19 before May 18 Dewan Rakyat sitting

CORONAVIRUS | This comes after a team of Harapan representatives met with the speaker today in Parliament.
Health DG: Comms breakdown led to crowded mass testing at Menara City One

Health DG: Comms breakdown led to crowded mass testing at Menara City One

CORONAVIRUS | This comes after residents at the enforced MCO area refuted his earlier explanation of events.

Selayang residents under enhanced MCO being screened in stages

Selayang residents under enhanced MCO being screened in stages

Police are monitoring all entry and exit points into and from the area.

China calls for stronger testing regime to detect coronavirus

China calls for stronger testing regime to detect coronavirus

CORONAVIRUS | All localities must improve testing capabilities, including those at border crossings: National Health Commission.

Putrajaya and S'pore at odds over screening for M'sians returning to Johor

Putrajaya and S'pore at odds over screening for M'sians returning to Johor

UPDATED 3.52PM | CORONAVIRUS | S'pore is only doing swab tests for those with symptoms while Putrajaya is requesting for all returnees to be tested.

Automation the only way to clear Covid-19 test backlog, says expert

Automation the only way to clear Covid-19 test backlog, says expert

CORONAVIRUS | The current manual method is laborious and also limited by the capacity of available equipment.

Sarawak police chief hospitalised due to Covid-19

Sarawak police chief hospitalised due to Covid-19

CORONAVIRUS | The state police chief had a sore throat and went to the Sarawak General Hospital where he later tested positive for the virus.

Insurance, Takaful industry finalise details on Covid-19 test fund

Insurance, Takaful industry finalise details on Covid-19 test fund

CORONAVIRUS | An online portal with details on the application process and procedures for reimbursements will go live soon.