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Empower GPs to complement mental health training, says expert

Dr Andrew Mohanraj says doctors must be able to elicit underlying mental health conditions that manifest themselves as psychosomatic complaints.

Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council denies lack of direction

The Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC), a government agency under the Ministry of Health, has denied allegations of lack of direction at the company. In a statement on Saturday, the agency referred to news published by a l…

Health minister: 2,000 blood bags needed daily nationwide to ensure sufficient supply

PETALING JAYA, March 2 — The country still requires at least 2,000 bags of blood on average every day to ensure an adequate supply to face any potential future...

Madani Medical Scheme Refinement Won't Marginalise Semi-Rural States -- Dzulkefly Ahmad

Dr Dzul says the refinement of the Madani Medical Scheme is not intended to restrict patient access to medical care. Patients with minor ailments outside the 10 districts can go to KKs and govt hospital Green Zones where long wai…

Dengue cases increase in 8th epidemiological week, two deaths reported

PUTRAJAYA, March 1 — The number of dengue fever cases increased to 3,572 in the 8th Epidemiological Week (ME08), for the period Feb 18 to 24, compared to 3,483 cases in the...

Malaysia's Health Ministry Enhances Cancer Care for Children; Pled…

Malaysia's Health Ministry commits to expanding cancer treatment facilities, focusing on pediatric care and public awareness for early detection.

Malaysia's Health Minister Confirms Madani Medical Scheme Refineme…

Malaysia's Health Minister announces strategic adjustments to the Madani Medical Scheme to ensure its sustainability and improve emergency department efficiency.

MMA proposes 3 shifts daily for doctors to prevent burnout

Malaysian Medical Association president Dr Azizan Abdul Aziz highlights the stark contrast in working hours between Malaysian doctors and doctors elsewhere.

Why bill me RM11.60 for waiting in emergency room, patient asks private hospital

He was charged RM11.60 for a 30-minute wait and another RM34 for the transport of a 'patient monitor'.

Health minister: Another 6,000 medical officers to be appointed to permanent posts in 2024-2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 28 — The government will be appointing another 6,000 medical officers to permanent positions throughout 2024 and 2025, the Dewan Rakyat was told...

Madani Medical Scheme Downscaled Because Funds Nearly Finished: Dr Dzul

Columbia Asia Sets Foot In Bukit Jalil With 18th Hospital In Malaysia

Dr Dzul: Loyalty, Patriotism Biggest Retention Factors For Doctors In Public Service

Health Ministry explains misconceptions about cardiology services in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: National Heart Institute (IJN), together with the Health Ministry (MOH) hospitals, continues to serve as a referral centre for patients requiring cardiology and cardiothoracic services, including civil servants, pen…

IJN Discharging All Civil Servants, Pensioners Due To Government Cost-Cutting Measures — Pensioner Failed By The Government

IJN is discharging all civil servants and pensioners to MOH cardiac centres, following an MOH directive due to government cost-cutting measures, says a pensioner recently discharged from IJN. His condition is complex and his meds…

Adeeba: Invest In Digital Training Rotation System For Doctors Like Airline Industry

Prof Adeeba urges investment in digital rotation for medical training. "What system does MOH use to rotate doctors? Manual, right? Can you imagine if AirAsia or Qatar Airways or Emirates still uses pen and paper to rotate their c…

Health minister: Weak ringgit minimal impact on Malaysia's import of medicine

TANJONG KARANG, Feb 24 ― The current depreciation of the Malaysian ringgit only has minimal impact on the procurement and purchase of medicines from abroad, said Health...

Locum allowance of RM80 an hour for medical officers who work on Saturdays and public holidays, says minister | New Straits Times

KUALA LUMPUR: Medical officers instructed to work on Saturdays and public holidays will now receive a locum allowance of RM80 per hour.

MOH Awaiting Approval To Pay Doctors For Selangor KKs' Sunday Extended Hours

MOH says pending approval from the Central Agency for locum allowance, medical officers can only claim hours for working Sunday extended hours at three Selangor Klinik Kesihatans (subject to HOD approval). Work on Saturday and pu…

Malaysia's Health Minister Urges Caution for School Holiday Circumcisions Amid Rising Complications

Learn about Malaysia's Health Minister's cautionary message regarding circumcision complications post-school holidays. Find out about the recommended age for circumcision and the importance of see…

Official launch of the EU Southeast Asia Health Pandemic Response and Preparedness Programme in Malaysia | EEAS

On 22 June 2021, the Delegation of the European Union to Malaysia and the World Health Organization Representative Office to Malaysia, Brunei Darussalam and Singapore have launched a three-year programme to support the government…

Doctors back designated smoking areas, but say plan must prioritise public than smokers

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 21 — The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has declared its support for the Health Ministry's proposal to introduce designated areas for smokers near...

Niosh Launches Malaysia's First Occupational Mental Health First Aid Training Programme

The National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health has launched Malaysia's first Occupational Mental Health First Aid training programme, amid underreporting of workplace mental health issues. Only one workplace psychosocial…

S’wak aims to lead in cervical cancer elimination

KUCHING: Sarawak is moving towards PCR (polymerase chain reaction) testing for cervical cancer, which is more accurate than pap smears, says Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian.