Star: JOHOR BARU: There is no stock of the anti-viral drug Tamiflu left in the country and those in the market could be fakes, said Health Minister Datuk Dr Chua Soi Lek.
He advised people not to panic and purchase the drug.
“Because of rumours and media reports, the people are anxious and worry about the avian flu and want to stock up on Tamiflu.
“I am afraid this demand may lead to the production of fake medicine.
“I want to state again, so far there are no avian flu cases in Malaysia and the ministry will be very transparent in the event that there is one,” said Dr Chua after the ground-breaking ceremony for a new building at SJK(C) Woon Hwa here yesterday.
He said the ministry would hand out pamphlets next month to educate the public on how the flu spreads, preventive measures to take, and what should be done if there was a suspected case.
“Many people are confused, as this is a new disease and a lot of people are concerned about it.
“This pamphlet is to educate the public on the different aspects of the disease, including ways of transmission and how to avoid being infected,” he said.
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