SPAOH: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah has urged everyone especially those in rural areas to take all necessary precautions with Sarawak experiencing a surge in positive Covid-19 cases now.
“Please, if anyone has a sore throat, cough, fever, muscle or body pains and others, seek medical attention at once. Go to your nearest clinic or hospital for check-up and do not dilly-dally,” he stressed.
Uggah gave the advice when officiating at the Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Rimbas Ulu sub-branch triennial delegates meeting at the Rimbas Tengah hall here on Saturday (March 5).
He said it was not right for those from rural areas or longhouses to rest at home and sit out the pain and fever.
“Early detection can save lives, this is very critical for those older folk and those with underlying health conditions. We have had seven cases so far of individuals brought in dead (BID), including a 10-year-old girl from Sibu.
“They or their family members were probably ignorant of the symptoms to not seek any medical advice and treatment,” he said.
Uggah who is also chairman of the Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) said with the surge, it was very important that all continue to observe the standard operating procedures (SOP) in place.
“The virus is evidently still with us. Maintain physical distancing when you attend any wedding or funeral gatherings.
“Wear the face mask and observe the highest personal hygiene,” he said.
Commenting on the triennial delegates meeting by all PBB sub-branches statewide, he said it was very important that they chose the right leaders and committee members.
“Please choose those who can guide and lead you well. They should be able to articulate your problems and expectations to the higher ups in the party.
“For this they must be familiar with the situations on the ground.” he said.
Also present was a political secretary to the Sarawak Premier Dr Richard Rapu.
