Based on statistics of the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM), a total of 266 suicide cases were reported from March 18 to October 30 when the Movement Control Order (MCO) was enforced nationwide to curb the spread of Covid-19. It thus shows on average more than 30 people commit suicide a month or one every day during that period.
Excessive stress also contributes to the reported suicide rates. This is proven when there are studies on people who are used to spending time alone and less social with family and friends, most of them will show a negative impact on their mental and physical health. According to Catherine Offord, “Social isolation is associated with increased risk of cognitive decline and dementia, as well as mental health consequences such as depression and anxiety”. Based on this statement for those who have problem being alone should get advice from the aspect how to handle the issues before thing become worse. What is Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988? It is an act to amend and consolidate laws relating to the prevention and control of infectious diseases and to provide for other matters relating to the prevention and control of infectious diseases. The Act was enacted by Dewan Rakyat on 4 July 1988, and with the consent of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong on 13 August 1988. It came into force on 8 September 1988. The Act was enacted by Dewan Rakyat on 4 July 1988, and with the consent of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong on 13 August 1988. It came into force on 8 September 1988. It was enacted to amend and consolidate laws related to the prevention and control of infectious diseases occurring in the country. It is also to provide provisions or regulations regarding related matters. This Act applies nationwide, to all Malaysians and also resident or being in Malaysia at the time it came into force. It is an important act for COVID-19 as it contains procedures and means of prevention and control of infectious diseases that should be done. Why do we need this act to prevent the disease? Of course, there are medical reasons why keeping distance should be done to prevent the spread of the virus, including: -Covid-19 Transmitted Through Air The best level of distance maintenance is not leaving the residence. The World Health Organization (WHO) has stated that there is a possibility of transmission of Covid-19 by air. Choosing not to leave the residence is the same as protecting yourself from free air exposure. Crowds in the open or closed space are high risk conditions for Covid-19 transmission. -Stop the Covid-19 Transmission Rate One cannot at all ensure that they are not infected with Covid-19. Therefore, one must have the awareness to maintain distance with others. This is done to minimize the possibility of transmission without realizing it. The opposite also happens with the possibility that people around us carry the Corona virus. Conditions of congestion or not keeping distance are certainly a situation at risk of transmitting the virus from one person to another. Therefore, keeping distance is a basic attitude that one should do before using masks and hand washing. Keeping ourselves physically away from others is the most important conscious choice to make. Keeping distance is not only an attempt to protect yourself from Covid-19, but also to protect those around you. Maintaining distance is not only done to prevent infection, but also to transmit the virus. Therefore, the important reason for maintaining the above distance must be understood. After understanding the importance of keeping distance, do it strictly. Keeping distance is one of the core protocols to prevent the transmission of Covid-19.
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