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GEORGE TOWN : Six preschool classes in Penang were ordered to close for 10 days from yesterday following the spread of hand disease, foot-and-mouth disease (HFMD )
According to a statement released today, the total number of spaces closed as a result of the HFMD has been reduced to 32, involving 11 nursery schools, seven elementary schools, seven nurseries, six preschool classes, and a child care center. early childhood
. children aged 1 to 10 who have been infected with HFMD are being treated at Penang Hospital and a private hospital, "the statement said.
A total of 2,082 cases of HFMD were reported in Penang since January 1. until yesterday, an increase of 93.5% over the corresponding period last year.
According to the statement, in order to monitor the HFMD situation in the 39, state, the department had also inspected 807 out of 854 facilities involving primary schools, pr. Parents were advised to seek immediate treatment at a hospital or clinic nearby if their children had symptoms of MMPB and not to take in public places to prevent the spread of the disease 19659002] HFMD is a viral disease caused by the Coxsackie A16 and Enterovirus 71 virus and the symptoms include fever, rashes (maculopapular and vesicles) in the palms and feet and ulcers in the mouth and on the tongue, as well as infection of the upper respiratory tract. It is spread by saliva, blisters and feces. – Bernama
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