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Why Cabinet Blindly Approved Critical Allowance Paper #35

The Cabinet was debating 34 other papers before the 35th paper on ending the critical allowance for new government doctors and other professionals in the public sector.

Ministry warns against use of NSAIDs to treat children for flu

The health director-general says clinical evidence indicates that NSAIDs can increase the risk of influenza complications such as encephalitis among children.

Health insurance needs to be disrupted

Health Ministry ramping up border screenings over China influenza outbreak | Malay Mail

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 4 — The Health Ministry is in close contact with the World Health Organisation (WHO) over the recent influenza outbreak in Wuhan, China that saw 44 cases being reported and 11 patients remaining in critical cond…

Cancer on the rise among Malays, says Health DG

KUALA LUMPUR: Cancer cases in Malaysia have been increasing for the past 10 years, and it remains the second highest cause of death, based on the Malaysia National Cancer Registry Report (MNCRR) 2012-2016.

Pneumococcal vaccination starts in June with 2020 babies, says deputy minister | Malay Mail

IPOH, Jan 3 ― The government will introduce pneumococcal vaccinations for children starting from June, says Deputy Health Minister Dr Lee Boon Chye. However, Dr Lee said that only those born in 2020 onwards are entitled to the fr…

M'sia sees spike in cancer cases in 2012-2016 period, says report

The Malaysia National Cancer Registry Report 2012 - 2016 (MNCRR) can now be downloaded from

Doctors can get their APC online now

Scant regard for smoking ban at eateries, lament Health Ministry officials | Malay Mail

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 2 — Despite being warned repeatedly, with education enforcement for 12 months since January 1, 2019, many smokers are still violating the smoking ban at eateries. Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abd…

Hachoo! Got the flu? Health official urges vaccination, says virus nastier than people think | Malay Mail

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 1 — Most Malaysians won’t run to their doctors for a jab when they have sore throats and runny noses, thinking it’s just a common cold. But they should reconsider as they could be infected with influenza, which…

Use OTC medicines cautiously

The typical Malaysian diet is not very healthy, but we can change that

160 caught smoking at eateries on first day of enforcement

Many plead ignorance of the law while others request warnings instead of fines.

The year in health

Kasmiah Mustapha looks back at the issues that made headlines in 2019.

Influenza infections still within normal parameters, says Health DG

KUALA LUMPUR: The Health Ministry has denied claims of a drastic increase in the number of influenza infection, reaching worrying level.

Bill to decriminalise suicide attempts after AGC completes study

De facto law minister Liew Vui Keong says he expects to table amendments in the new year.

FMT reader opinion: It's about govt failures, not the allowance

Anger over withdrawal of the critical service allowance is about how the government has failed the general public and the healthcare workforce.

Address staffing woes, says MMA

KUALA LUMPUR: The government continues to ensure the healthcare needs of the people are taken care of next year as reflected in the increase in the Health Ministry’s 2019 budget allocation, from RM28.7 billion to RM30.6 billion.

Stop sale of ‘headphones’ reducing blood sugar levels, urges Health Ministry | Malay Mail

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 30 — The Health Ministry today ordered a company distributing ‘headphones’ that allegedly reduce and control blood sugar levels to stop sales of the device immediately. Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hish…

AIDS doesn't kill, societal stigma does

KUALA LUMPUR: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection that leads to acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) was first detected in Malaysia, back in 1986.

When do you need palliative care?

8 cases of H1N1 detected among Sabah children since Dec 15

The state health minister advises those with symptoms of flu to seek treatment immediately.

Future of healthcare is already in Malaysia

Malaysia is on the right track to embrace 4IR with the healthcare sector as an engine.