PUTRAJAYA : The Health Ministry recorded 14 heat-related illnesses from March 1 until today due to the recent heat wave phenomenon.
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr S. Subramaniam said the cases comprised 11 heat exhaustion and 3 heat stroke cases.
"This includes one death where a trainee policeman died of heat stroke on Wednesday after undergoing physical training at the Segamat Police Training Centre.
"Today, two heat stroke cases were reported in Banting.
"All government agencies, especially uniformed bodies, are advised to reduce or cancel physical training sessions to ensure that trainees are not exposed to the heat, which can affect their health. "he said at a press conference, today.
He said he had presented the heat-related statistics to the cabinet.
He advised the public to keep hydrated and reduce outdoor activities.