Hishammuddin at hospital for treatment and observation after Covid diagnosis
He says his health is still good although he is experiencing symptoms.
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Defence Minister Hishammuddin Hussein is undergoing isolation at Hospital Angkatan Tentera Tuanku Mizan in Kuala Lumpur for treatment and observation after testing positive for Covid-19 yesterday.
Hishammuddin, in a Twitter post today, said his health was good although he was showing symptoms.
He also thanked those who were praying for his recovery.
“I have received many messages of well-wishes and prayers since yesterday. I would like to apologise for not being able to reply to all.
“Nevertheless, on behalf of my family members, I would like to express my profound appreciation and thanks to all for their concern and prayers for my recovery. May Allah SWT answer your prayers. Insya-Allah,” he added.
His office said yesterday that Hishammuddin, who has received a booster jab of Covid-19 vaccine, had tested positive for Covid-19 and was undergoing quarantine as required by the health ministry.
It also said Hishammuddin would continue to perform his duties as appropriate.
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