Practice on Social Distancing - What Malaysians Are Actually Doing?

Introduction Social distancing (SD) was proposed by World Health Organization (WHO) as a measure to control spread of COVID-19 virus. SD implementation is a huge subject of debate as enforcement and acceptance differs in many countries.

Objective This study aimed to present if Malaysians practice the recommended SD as per recommended by WHO.

Methodology [Refer to Poster].

Discussion Malaysians are seen to be compliant to practice SD and most are attempting to comply for as long as it’s still directed by the authorities. They may however be tempted to stop using the face mask as it is perceived as the least favourable to practice. Practice of SD is generally most difficult in crowded places where there is lack of physical space and is most crowded such as markets.

Recommendation Localities with difficulties in implementing SD and should be looked into to avoid possible infections and enforce the use of mask in public.