PETALING JAYA: There could be a slight increase in Covid-19 cases after the Hari Raya celebration, warns Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.

       These infections, he said, would mostly involve cases under Category One and Two.

       “Although we expect that there could be a slight surge in cases after the Hari Raya celebration, the infections will likely be in the early stages or in Category 1 and 2,” he said during a media briefing yesterday.However, he also said that much would depend on the individual concerned.

       “We need to take care of ourselves.

       “We need to take care of our families and also the country from the spread of Covid-19.

       “God willing, we will be protected by Allah so that we can safely celebrate in our kampung,” he said.

       Malaysia’s Covid-19 daily cases is on a declining trend in the past week, hovering around the 5,000 mark.

       Dr Noor Hisham reminded Malaysians to continue observing all the standard operating procedures despite the easing of some restrictions by the government.

       “We hope there will be no misuse (by the people),” he said, referring to the easing of restrictions.

       He urged those travelling back to their hometown for Hari Raya to undergo a Covid-19 self-test.

       Those who have yet to get their vaccination should do so at the nearest clinic and healthcare centre, he said.

       “If there any signs of serious symptoms, please go to the nearest hospital so you can get the best treatment,” he added.