Event Brief
Malaysia tightens border screenings to prevent hantavirus
Filed: May 10, 2026 at 5:05 AM ET
Summary: Malaysia increased health screenings at entry points to prevent hantavirus from entering the country, Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad said.
WHO: Health Minister Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad
WHAT: Health screenings tightened at all international entry points, especially maritime, to prevent hantavirus entry
WHEN: May 10, 2026 at 3:45 AM ET
WHERE: Malaysia
WHY: The government is responding to the risk of hantavirus entering Malaysia.
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