(22 Mar 2020) The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Malaysia rose above 1,300 on Sunday.
Health Ministry director Noor Hisham Abdullah said 123 new cases were detected over the past 24 hours, bringing the total to 1,306.
The death toll rose from 4 to 10 over the same period, he said.
The Malaysian government has deployed the military to help police control people's movements across the country.
The measure is aimed at breaking the chain of infection.
In Kuala Lumpur many signs can be seen across the city encouraging people to stay at home.
For most people, the COVID-19 illness causes only mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough.
For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia.
Find out more about AP Archive: [ Ссылка ]
Twitter: [ Ссылка ]
Facebook: [ Ссылка ]
Instagram: [ Ссылка ]
You can license this story through AP Archive: [ Ссылка ]
