Haze: Take precautions to reduce impact on health, says Negri Health Dept

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The Negri Sembilan State Health Department advises the public, especially high-risk groups, to be aware of the air quality levels in their respective areas and take preventive measures to reduce the health effects.

Its director, Datuk Dr Harlina Abdul Rashid said this included avoiding outdoor activities to reduce exposure to unhealthy or hazy air.

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00:00 The Negeri Sembilan State Health Department advises the public, especially high-risk groups,
00:08 to be aware of the air quality levels in their respective areas and take preventive measures
00:14 to reduce the health effects.
00:16 Its Director Dr Dr Harlina Abdul Rashid said this included avoiding outdoor activities
00:22 to reduce exposure to unhealthy or hazy air.
00:27 She said if there is a need to be outside, use appropriate face masks and drink plenty
00:31 of water even if you don't feel thirsty to maintain body hydration.
00:37 Several areas in the country recorded unhealthy air pollutant index readings, including Nilai
00:42 with a reading of 148.
00:44 Dr Harlina also reminded those experiencing health symptoms such as cough, cold, asthma,
00:52 eye irritation and lung infections to seek immediate treatment at healthcare facilities
00:57 to prevent more severe effects from occurring.
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