We know Omicron is probably more transmissible than Delta but we don’t yet know it’s virulence. What we can do in the meantime is step up public health interventions (masks, distancing, hygiene), improve indoor air flow, keep our aged safe & take a booster when offered.

VOC Omicron is being closely monitored. #COVID19 Ministerial Quartet has decided for immediate actions to be taken – pausing our transition to endemicity; and imposing stricter border controls. This is in line with #ReopeningSafely to protect Malaysians and our efforts thus far. pic.twitter.com/R8hCrU2bNA