COVID-19 in Malaysia : 2470 Cases, 150 New, 7 More Dead

Dr. Adrian Wong

4 years ago

What a day for Malaysia – 150 new COVID-19 cases and SEVEN deaths today, but we also discharged 68 patients who have fully recovered!

Here are the updates on COVID-19 in Malaysia on 29 March 2020…

COVID-19 In Malaysia : 68 More Patients Recovered!

As of 12 PM today, the Malaysia Ministry of Health announced that another sixty eight (68) patients have fully recovered, and been discharged from hospital.

That means a total of 388 COVID-19 patients have fully recovered in Malaysia so far!

COVID-19 In Malaysia : 150 New Cases!

They identified 150 new COVID-19 cases today – bringing the total number of COVID-19 cases in Malaysia to 2470.

They also shared that the number of COVID-19 cases in the ICU remained at seventy three (73), with two fewer patients requiring respiratory support – fifty two (52) at the current count.

Here is the breakdown of cases by state. Selangor has the highest number at 579 cases, followed by Kuala Lumpur with 344 cases, and Johor with 285 cases.

COVID-19 In Malaysia : SEVEN Deaths Today

The Malaysia Ministry of Health announced SEVEN deaths today – the highest daily record so far, which means a total of 34 people have died from COVID-19 in Malaysia.

Death #28: Case 2,321 is a 91 year-old Malaysian woman who has a history of diabetes, hypertension and kidney disease. She was admitted into University of Malaya Medical Centre on 26 March 2020. She was pronounced dead on 28 March 2020 at 8.48 am.

Death #29: Case 2,123 is a 64 year-old Malaysian woman who has a history of diabetes and hypertension. She was admitted into Tuanku Ja’afar Hospital, Negeri Sembilan on 25 March 2020. She was pronounced dead on 28 March 2020 at 10.15 pm.

Death #30: Case 2,322 is a 76 year-old Malaysian man who has a history of diabetes, hypertension and kidney disease. He was admitted into University of Malaya Medical Centre. He was pronounced dead on 28 March 2020 at 11.33 pm.

Death #31: Case 2,323 is a 27 year-old Malaysian man who has a history of diabetes, hypertension and kidney disease. He was admitted into Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital, Perak on 27 March 2020. He was pronounced dead on 28 March 2020 at 7.44 pm.

Death #32: Case 1,239 is a 50 year-old Malaysian man who has a history of hypertension. He was a participant at the gathering in Seri Petaling mosque. He was admitted into Enche’ Besar Hajjah Kalsom Hospital, Johor on 22 March 2020. He was pronounced dead on 28 March 2020 at 7.44 pm.

Death #33: Case 1,249 is a 37 year-old Malaysian man who has a history of travelling to India. He was admitted into Permai Hospital, Johor on 21 March 2020. He was pronounced dead on 28 March 2020 at 11.25 pm.

Death #34: Case 787 is a 77 year-old Malaysian man who has a history of hypertension. He was admitted into Kuala Lumpur Hospital on 18 March 2020. He was pronounced dead on 29 March 2020 at 10.40 am.

COVID-19 Deaths In Malaysia So Far

Case 178 : 34 year-old Malaysian male who attended the Tabligh congregation.
Case 358 : 60 year-old Malaysian male with a history of chronic illness.
Case 152 : 58 year-old Malaysian male who attended the Tabligh congregation.
Case 238 : 50 year-old Malaysian male who attended the Tabligh congregation.
Case 1031 : 79 year-old Malaysian female with close contact with two COVID-19 positive cases.
Case 1032 : 40 year-old Malaysian female, who was daughter of Case 1031.
Case 290 : 57 year-old Malaysian male with history of travel to Vietnam, and contact with Tabligh participant.
Case 781 : 69 year-old Malaysian male from the Tabligh gathering cluster.
Case 890 : 48 year-old Malaysian male with history of travel to Turkey.
Case 259 : 74 year-old Malaysian male from the Tabligh gathering cluster.
Case 1070 : 70 year-old Malaysian male, with history of foreign travel.
Case 1114 : 70 year-old Malaysian male who attended the Tabligh congregation.
Case 1006 : 49 year-old Malaysian male, who was son of Case 1031.
Case 595 : 51 year-old Malaysian female, close contact of a COVID-19 positive Tabligh participant.
Case 1519 : 71 year-old Malaysian male, close contact of a COVID-19 positive Tabligh participant.
Case 1334 : 75 year-old Malaysian male, unknown source
Case 1251 : 66 year-old Malaysian male, unknown source.
Case 1625 : 56 year-old Malaysian male, unknown source.
Case 1246 : 68 year-old Malaysian female, unknown source.
Case 780 : 76 year-old Malaysian male who attended the Tabligh congregation.
Case 1588 : 63 year-old Malaysian male who attended the Tabligh congregation.
Case 1797 : 48 year-old Malaysian male who attended the Tabligh congregation.
Case 1480 : 62 year-old Malaysian male, unknown source.
Case 1056 : 35 year-old Malaysian male, with history of travel to Indonesia.
Case 2031 : 83 year-old Malaysian male, unknown source.
Case 1321 : 53 year-old Malaysian male, close contact of Case 1309.
Case 2162 : 61 year-old Malaysian male, unknown source.
Case 2321 : 91 year-old Malaysian female, unknown source.
Case 2123 : 64 year-old Malaysian female, unknown source.
Case 2322 : 76 year-old Malaysian male, unknown source.
Case 2323 : 27 year-old Malaysian male, unknown source.
Case 1239 : 50 year-old Malaysian male who attended the Tabligh congregation.
Case 1249 : 37 year-old Malaysian male, with history of travel to India.
Case 737 : 77 year-old Malaysian male, unknown source.

Day 12 Of Movement Control Order In Malaysia

Today marks the 12th day of the nationwide lockdown on travel, work and business in Malaysia, which has been extended until 14 April, 2020.

The Malaysian government also announced that Hulu Langat will be placed under Enhanced MCO for the next two weeks, from 30 March until 13 April 2020. This follows the Enhanced MCO on two areas in Simpang Renggam from 27 March until 9 April 2020.

During this time, all government and private offices and businesses will be closed, except those providing essential services.

Although there are no restrictions on travel within Malaysia during this lockdown, you will have nowhere to go, as all shops will be closed, except supermarkets, grocery shops and convenience stores selling essential items.

Schools, colleges, universities, cinemas, and so on, will also be closed. Cafes and restaurants will be closed for dine-in patrons, but you will be able to take-away food, or have them delivered to you.

Chin up, Malaysians because Malaysia Boleh!

COVID-19 : How To Keep Safe!

Here are a few simple steps to stay safe from COVID-19 :

Avoid suspected cases or disease hotpots, like hospitals, if possible!
Avoid public events and crowds
Keep our hands clean with soap or hand sanitiser
Keep our home, office, vehicles, etc. clean
If you need to wear a surgical mask, make sure you put it on and remove it properly!
Wash your food with water (and soap) after purchase and before preparation

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