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Rise in HFMD cases in Negeri Sembilan since January

SEREMBAN, July 20 (Bernama) -- The Negeri Sembilan Health Department recorded a total of 1,350 cases of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) from January to yesterday, said State Health, Environment, Cooperatives and Consumerism Committee chairman S. Veerapan.

HFMD: 33,425 recorded until yesterday

Most of the states showed an increase in the number of HFMD cases this year, compared with the corresponding period last year, except Sabah and Sarawak.

No death due to HFMD reported in Penang so far - Dr Afif

The premises that were ordered to be closed comprised seven primary schools, child nurseries (nine), kindergarten (11), pre-school (seven) and a care centre.

Fight stigma related to mental health and disorders, Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye

Stigmatisation not only revolves around the suffering individual but also their family members who shy away from providing physical and emotional support for those affected.

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