Malaysia sees rise in respiratory, eye infections amid haze

· Health · Malaysia

Malaysia's Health Ministry said cases of upper respiratory tract infections and conjunctivitis are on the rise in parts of the country amid the haze, advising the public to reduce outdoor activities and take precautions. The warning follows school closures in Johor and comes as air quality remains unhealthy across parts of the region, highlighting the direct health toll of prolonged haze exposure on communities.

Why it matters：Rising infections show the direct public-health cost of cross-border haze, pressing governments to respond beyond school closures.

Key points

  • Upper respiratory infections and conjunctivitis are rising in parts of Malaysia.
  • The ministry advised reducing outdoor activities.
  • The warning follows school closures in Johor.

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