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Modelling the pandemic

control of COVID-19 in Malaysia

Key findings:

Prior to the recent resurgence since
September, Malaysia had achieved early
effective control of COVID 19.

Movement Control Orders (MCO)
contributed to significant changes in mobility
patterns.

Relaxation of macro and micro distancing
measures was projected to significantly affect
the magnitude of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Possible elimination strategies include:

• Aggressive local control
• Macro-distancing measures including
restriction of movement between parts of
the country
• Targeted protection of high risk and
vulnerable population
• Prevention of reintroduction of infection
by traveler
• Widespread testing and high level of
situational awareness
• Micro-distancing measures such
as wearing of masks and physical
distancing

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