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Taking Care of the Elderly During COVID-19

Prof Dr Tan Maw Pin, Consultant Geriatrician, University Malaya Medical Centre

20-Mar-20 16:00

Taking Care of the Elderly During COVID-19

With the Movement Control Order in place from the 18th to 31st March, we’re looking at one of the most vulnerable groups in our community: the elderly. We find out from consultant geriatrician Prof Dr Tan Maw Pin what are the most urgent concerns for the elderly and how we can better care for them during these times.

Produced by: Tee Shiao Eek

Presented by: Tee Shiao Eek


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