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Although the public took precautions during the smog, some doctors saw an increase in the number of patients with respiratory diseases.
Dr. Harjit Singh Gendeh, general practitioner and occupational health physician, said more patients with sinus, asthma and vaginitis walked into his clinic in Shalam Kota Kemuning.
"The smog in Shah Alam is very serious.
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He said a group of flu patients were also treated at his clinic.
"They have sore throat, cough, itchy eyes and dry throat," he said . ".
He said he observed a 15% to 20% increase in the number of patients since the smog began.
Dr. Harjit recommended that the public reduce the exercise of outdoor activities, especially for children and the elderly.
"I also recommend that they stay indoors as much as possible, and for those with asthma problems they should have a respirator on hand," he said . ".
Dr. Yeo Sek Wee, an ear, nose and throat specialist, said that he usually receives 20 patients per day, but now receives about 25 patients per day.
"Most of them have nose and lung problems such as asthma, nasal congestion or runny nose," he said . ".
He advised the public to drink more water, use a mask outdoors, and use eye drops to relieve dry eyes.
Meanwhile, Brian Song, who lives in Taman DESA, said he has been using air purifiers at home because he has a sinus problem.
"My throat will dry when it's hazy and it's easy to get sick.
So eating this at home can help me cope with the hazy situation, "29-year-old.
Janet Chai, a 32-year-old lawyer who was training outdoors with her dragon boat team, said they canceled yesterday's land training, which was a physical training session.
"As a precaution, we canceled the meeting because we didn't want the team to get sick and we didn't want the team to have any health difficulties outdoors," the captain said . ".
She said the team conducted two land exercises a week and since the return of the haze, they have shortened the meeting time.
"However, we will remind members who have health problems not to join us," she said . ".
Li Shi, the team's coach, said it was difficult for them to find an indoor location suitable for land exercises.
"I think we will have to continue to cancel the meeting if the smog continues or gets worse," he said . ".
On the other hand, some 31-year-old outdoor sports enthusiasts say he will continue outdoor activities such as camping and riding motorcycles.
"The smog does not seem to be so serious at present.
"I might get a mask if things get worse, but I'm not sure if it really helps, or just mentally helps," Fu said . ".
His friend, Marcus Huang, said he used to wrap his face with a damp cloth to minimize exposure to dust particles while hiking.
At the same time, some local government authorities have begun distributing surgical masks to employees working outdoors, such as law enforcement officers.
Spokesman for Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL)
They distributed masks to law enforcement officers.
"We recommend that they wear them at any time outdoors, especially when the air quality drops," the spokesman said . ".
It is understood that DBKL officials will go out on patrol to ensure that there is no tookplace burning in the open air to prevent the deterioration of air quality.
The Petaling Jaya City Council learned from last year's experience (MBPJ)
In preparation for this year's smog, disposable surgical masks have also been stocked.
Datin Paduka Alinah Ahmad, mayor of Petaling Jaya, said that the council had managed in advance to obtain supplies and had begun to distribute surgical masks to employees, especially those engaged in outdoor work.
Similarly, in MBPJ, it is understood that employees of the environmental health department will distribute masks in parts of the city.
"We have prepared about 10 boxes of 50 pieces of masks and will distribute them until they are used up or the air quality is improved," said Zainun Zakaria, an MBPJ public relations official . ".
Alinah added that she will work with developers with construction projects in the city to try to reduce dust pollution.
"Normally, we use water to suppress the amount of dust raised during construction, but with the water crisis, we have to look at the situation first," Alinah said . ".
At the moment, the Commission is still sending water tankers and refilling static water tanks in strategic blocks, she said.
"We will also send law enforcement officers in Security Council patrol cars to escort our water trucks," Alinah said . ".
She explained that this was to avoid "hijacking" water tankers by other residents on the road and to avoid water not being delivered to the intended block.
3 m Emily Phua, head of Malaysia's personal security department, said that while the company was unable to provide the exact number of N95 masks worn by the public during last year's smog, it was working to ensure that dealers across the country had sufficient inventory.
"If demand exceeds expectations, we can also transfer the supply of respirator from other facilities around the world to Malaysia," Phua said . ".
He added that it is planned to raise awareness of respiratory health in the future.