Face mask use continues nationwide, even with eased Covid-19 SOP

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KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysians are maintaining their vigilance and continue to wear face masks out of doors even though it is no longer compulsory.

Starting Sunday , its use is up to the individual, but remains compulsory indoors and in public transportation, including e-hailing vehicles.Checks by Bernama at several states, however, revealed that most Malaysians continue to observe the recently-compulsory standard operating procedure and were rather hesitant to stop.Edison Yap, 34, a visitor, said not wearing face masks in public areas felt awkward.

In SELANGOR, checks at the farmers' market in Section 13, Shah Alam revealed most visitors were wearing face masks and there were some still scanning QR codes using their MySejahtera app.He said it had been compulsory for so long that it was no longer a burden after two years of compliance. He noted that the easing of controls would bring relief to Malaysians as it showed that the country was on the path towards recovery.

Hasnah Ali, 74, and Mohd Yusoff Abdullah, 75, said it was important for them to wear face masks due to their age, a factor that might increase the risk of serious Covid-19 symptoms.

 

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