Dr Mohd Usman was advised to consult an ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist, which he promptly did. Dr Mohd Usman spending time reading with his three kids, whom he missed terribly during his isolation period. Although previously not much of an exerciser, Dr Mohd Usman tries to do more physical activity these days to stay healthy. The anxiety of contracting TB still plays in his mind and whenever someone coughs, Dr Mohd Usman is the first to run away! “I’m not out of the woods yet, and yes, I’m scared it could be a TB cough – I don’t want to go through this journey again.”

Source: The Star March 24, 2026 05:02 UTC