PETALING JAYA: With 10 new tuberculosis (TB) clusters reported as of Feb 7, experts are advising those travelling during the festive rush to take safety measures. People should put on face masks while travelling and seek medical treatment early if they show symptoms, says Universiti Malaya Professor of Epidemiology and Public Health, Prof Dr Rafdzah Ahmad Zaki. ALSO READ:“The other thing is to wear a mask to prevent bacteria or virus from spreading, especially in public transport. “Since TB is an infectious disease, once you have a case, it will spread if transmission isn’t controlled. “This is an important public health layer that helps identify cases early and links individuals to care.

Source: The Star February 11, 2026 11:07 UTC