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KUALA LUMPUR: Travelers who have already received the full dose of the Covid-19 vaccine must still follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs) established by the government.
Chief Health Officer Tan Sri Dr. Noor Hisham Abdullah thanked all parties and individuals who are still following standard operating procedures after taking the first dose of the vaccine.
“This is in line with the World Health Organization (WHO) position that Covid-19 vaccines cannot be used as an ‘immunity passport’ as the immunization program is still in its early stages.” it said in a statement on Wednesday (March 31). ).
Based on the latest information, Dr. Noor Hisham said that completing the dose of the vaccine can reduce complications and slow the spread of the virus.
“The Ministry of Health will continue to monitor and investigate the latest developments related to vaccine studies and the respective immunization programs that are currently being carried out around the world to protect public safety,” he said.
“The matter will be analyzed from time to time based on data, developments and opinions of the WHO,” he said.
He added that a new variant of Covid-19 had emerged and could affect the effectiveness of the National Covid-19 Immunization Program.
“Travelers abroad, especially those from countries with high infection rates, could increase the spread of the virus in our country.
“Therefore, the government has taken various measures including tightening borders, detecting Covid-19 at all international points of entry, and mandatory quarantine at home or at identified stations for travelers.
“This will be practiced even for travelers who have received the full dose of the vaccine before leaving their respective countries,” he said, urging them to also comply with all SOPs set by the government.
He said the government would toughen public health measures and conduct risk assessments from time to time, taking Covid-19 developments locally and abroad.
“The public has been urged to adhere to standard operating procedures, including physical distancing, wearing face masks, and frequent hand cleaning as part of the initiative to combat Covid-19,” he said.
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