Health director-general Noor Hisham Abdullah has urged the public to postpone mass gathering activities to avoid the possibility of contracting Covid-19.

In a statement, Noor Hisham also urged those experiencing respiratory issues to avoid crowded areas and public programmes including religious activities.

Those with symptoms are also advised to distance themselves at least 1 metre from other individuals and not visit other places in the country during the school holidays.

He also advised the public to avoid travelling to countries with widespread Covid-19 infections.