What is the latest SOP for COVID-19 positive cases?
If you are COVID-19 positive, you should start self-isolating at home with digital Home
Surveillance Order (HSO) for five (5) days from the date of onset of symptoms. The Home
Surveillance Order (HSO) will be available via the MySejahtera application. Remember to
update and complete the Home Assessment Tool (HAT) in the MySejahtera application as well.
How do I obtain the Home Surveillance Order (HSO) digital certificate?
To obtain the HSO digital certificate, you must report all COVID-19 screening test results
including RTK-Ag self-tests in your MySejahtera application.
Is the duration of HSO counted from the date of symptom onset or the date of a
positive
COVID-19 test?
The duration of HSO is counted from the date of symptom onset. Here is an example: If you
start to experience COVID-19 symptoms on 1 January but the result of the COVID-19 test is
only positive on 3 January, the duration of HSO is 1-5 January 2024 (for 5 days).
What do I need to do after completing the isolation period?
Upon completing the isolation period, you can resume daily activities. However, you should
practice the following preventive measures until the 10th day to avoid the risk of spreading
COVID-19 infection to others.
- Wear a face mask when leaving the house.
- Avoid being in crowded places.
- Avoid visiting high-risk groups / individuals.
- Make only necessary / essential trips.
- Always wash your hands with soap or use hand sanitizer.
- Ensure good ventilation.
Do I need to repeat COVID-19 self-test after completing the isolation period?
It is not necessary to repeat COVID-19 screening tests including self-test after completing
the isolation period. Remember to continue practicing the preventive measures as mentioned
above to reduce the risk spreading COVID-19 infection to others.
What should I do if I still have symptoms after completing the isolation
period?
If your symptoms persist after completing the isolation period, you should visit a doctor. At
the meantime, please wear a face mask while you are out and about to reduce the risk of
transmission of the COVID-19 infection.
What should I do if I am a close contact of a positive COVID-19 case?
If you are experiencing symptoms (symptomatic close contact), you are
encouraged to self-isolate and perform RTK-Ag self-test on the first day of symptoms. If the
result is negative, repeat self-test on the third day. If the self-test results are negative
and symptoms subside, you can resume outdoor activities by practicing preventive
measures.However,if the self-test results are positive within the symptom observation
period, HSO will be given.
If you do not have symptoms, you can continue with daily activities as usual
by practicing preventive measures within five days from the last day of exposure to a
positive COVID-19 case.
What to do if an individual from high-risk groups is COVID-19 positive?
Individuals from high-risk groups who are COVID-19 positive should go to the nearest
healthcare facility immediately even if they only experience mild symptoms. They should
undergo a health assessment and be given the antiviral Paxlovid treatment if they meet the
criteria. Paxlovid should be initiated within five days of symptoms to alleviate symptoms
effectively and prevent the disease from worsening.
Do I need to take a COVID-19 booster dose?
It is not mandatory for any individual to get the COVID-19 vaccination. However, the public
is encouraged to get the primary doses and the booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine to
reduce the risk of transmission, morbidity, and death especially among high-risk groups.
High-risk groups include the elderly above 60 years old, individuals with co-morbidities,
obesity, individuals who are immunocompromised, pregnant mothers, and frontline healthcare
workers. These individuals are encouraged to take an additional booster dose after 6-12
months from the last dose.
Can I take the subsequent booster doses of COVID-19 vaccine if it is already
more than 6-12
months since my last dose?
The current policy in Malaysia for administration of additional booster doses is up to the
second booster dose only.
Is wearing a face mask mandatory?
The use of face masks is not mandatory. However, it is highly encouraged for high-risk
individuals such as the elderly, individuals with chronic diseases, immunocompromised or
pregnant mothers, especially when being in crowded places and where ventilation is poor.
Individuals with symptoms of respiratory illnesses are also highly encouraged to wear face
masks to prevent infection to others.
All positive cases of COVID-19 and individuals at healthcare facilities are required to wear
face masks.
What are the measures to prevent respiratory infections such as COVID-19,
influenza, and
mycoplasma pneumoniae?
Wear a face mask in crowded places, practice good cough etiquette, wash hands frequently with
soap or use hand sanitizer, practice good hygiene, ensure good ventilation, and get
vaccinated.
Should the public worry about the emergence of new COVID-19 variants?
The SARS-CoV-2 virus is an RNA virus that constantly undergoes mutations. Since early 2022
until now, the dominant variant is Omicron. Various new sub-variants of Omicron such as XBB,
BA.4, BA.5, BA1.16 and BA2.86 have been detected, but there have been no changes in the
clinical presentation and severity caused.
The Ministry of Health (KKM) has reassured the public that there is no cause for concern if
the SARS-CoV-2 virus undergoes minor changes that enhance its transmissibility, as long as
these changes do not result in more severe disease.
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