KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 -- Social media users who intentionally spread rumours about the alleged negative effects of Covid-19 vaccines online could be charged under the anti-fake news law, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba.

He said as part of the ongoing Emergency period, the Health Ministry has made several proposals to the Cabinet and National Security Council related to fake news.

"For example, individuals who are discovered to spread such misinformation will be reported to the police.

"They will be given a chance and told to take down their postings, before action is taken," Dr Adham said during the Future Hospital Strategy and Development Forum 2021 at the Royale Chulan Hotel here.

The minister added that those spreadin...