Penang health facilities on standby as haze raises respiratory concerns

All healthcare facilities in Penang are on standby to treat respiratory cases as unhealthy air quality raises concerns over haze-related illnesses, according to the New Straits Times. State Health Committee chairman Daniel Gooi said the state Health Department is monitoring the situation closely, with no spike in respiratory-related cases reported so far.

However, healthcare facilities are urged to treat any patients experiencing respiratory-related symptoms, while the public is encouraged to limit outdoor activities and wear face masks when outdoors, particularly if they feel unwell. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow emphasized that the haze is a recurring regional issue that requires stronger enforcement and monitoring at its source, noting that existing efforts have yet to effectively address its causes.

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