Influenza A cluster detected at Perak boarding school
Executive councillor says 46 diagnosed with flu-like illness.
A cluster of influenza A has been detected at a boarding school in Perak, resulting in 46 students being diagnosed with the illness, according to Perak executive councillor for health A Sivanesan.
Health officials have assessed 61 students who presented symptoms up to September 14. Of these, 14 were found to have upper respiratory tract infections, while one student was diagnosed with conjunctivitis.
All the students affected by the influenza A cluster are reported to be in stable condition. The state health department has stated that they will continue to monitor the situation, taking into account new cases and laboratory test results. If necessary, they will strengthen control and prevention measures.
Sivanesan advised parents and guardians to keep symptomatic children out of school until they recover. He also encouraged those with persistent or worsening symptoms to seek health checks and consider influenza vaccination from health facilities that provide the service.
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