Cases of hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) were expected to rise in the upcoming weeks in Brunei, according to a recent statement by the Brunei Health Ministry.

About 17 HFMD cases had been reported in the first week of this month, already exceeding the total 11 cases recorded in the country in January this year, the ministry said in the statement released last Saturday.

Since the beginning of this year, the total number of HFMD case reports has been gradually increasing in the country, it said.

The ministry reminded the public to observe self-hygiene, including washing hands properly with soap and water, especially before preparing food.

Source: Xinhua