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Top Malaysian researcher working to wipe out infectious diseases http://po.st/zMPn3p via @staronline

LIKE many of her peers, Dr Yeap Leng Siew, 39, was raised believing that noble careers only include doctors and lawyers.

Parents appreciate provision of school breakfast in Malaysian schools | Malay Mail

SEREMBAN, Sept 1 — The free breakfast programme to be implemented next year will not only provide nourishment but also energy for the pupils to cope physically and mentally at school. Needless to say, parents appreciate the gover…

Work together to tackle mental health issues, says lecturer

Dr Nicholas Pang Tze Ping says society should focus on mental wellness instead of mental illness.

Ipoh Hospital welcomes 10 Merdeka babies http://po.st/Wiq6ar via @staronline

IPOH: As the nation celebrates National Day, new arrivals brought much happiness to many couples here as eight girls and two boys were born on National Day as of 4.30pm at the Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital.

Merdeka Wishes For Health Care: National Health Insurance

Stakeholders also want special attention on aged and long-term care.

Health Ministry Raises Internal Dengue Alert Over Abnormal Malaysia Outbreak

Selangor has the highest number of dengue fever cases at 49,060 this year as of August 24.

Budget 2020: Invest in solutions now to save on healthcare costs later http://po.st/1pwS0d via @staronline

With some funding now, we can significantly control future medicine costs, provide appropriate insurance coverage and lay the foundation for old age care.

Health Ministry to release report on fatal ambulance crash soon | Malay Mail

IPOH, Aug 29 — A full report on the fatal accident involving an ambulance in Tanjung Malim early this month will be released by the Health Ministry once the investigation is completed. Perak Health director Datuk Dr Ding Lay Ming…

'You're not alone' - Ministry to run cinema ad for unmarried mothers

Deputy minister Hannah Yeoh said this is to address baby dumping.

The True State of Our Child Health Services

Malaysia lacks intensive care and high dependency beds for children, as well as equipment and nurses in those wards.

Health Ministry: Moving towards promotive, preventive health services https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2019/08/516553/health-ministry-moving-towards-promotive-preventive-health-services via @NST_Online

South Korea to improve Malaysia’s medical devices market

MALAYSIA’S registration timeline for medical devices is among the slowest compared to its neighbouring countries, as the approval could take almost a year.

30,000 warning letters issued to smokers

The health minister says officers who are caught smoking on ministry premises will be subjected to stringent action.

After Fatal Crash, Slim River Hospital Ambulance Tyre Bursts Again

It didn't result in an accident; ambulance passengers were safe.

Health Ministry lifts suspension on Malee trade and business | Malay Mail

JOHOR BARU, Aug 27 — The suspension on Malee Mineral Water Sdn Bhd’s trade and businesses in late June, was lifted on August 16. The company, in a statement, said the Health Ministry (MOH) through its Food Safety and Quality Divi…

U Mobile to conduct 5G Healthcare Live Trials in Malaysia Hospitals https://www.malaysianwireless.com/2019/08/u-mobile-5g-healthcare-hospitals/ via @malaysia601

Dzulkefly: Govt mulls social work punishment for smoking ban offenders | Malay Mail

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 27 — Social work punishment such as cleaning toilets, collecting rubbish and cutting grass is being considered for offenders of the smoking ban at public places, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.…

Oral contraceptive pills and cancer risks

Modern contraceptive pills are safe, especially when they are prescribed by healthcare professionals following World Health Organisation guidance.

Tayar Ambulans Hospital Slim River Pecah Berulang Kali Sebelum Kemalangan Maut

Tiga hari selepas kemalangan berlaku, semua tayar ambulans-ambulans hospital kerajaan tersebut dipercayai ditukar.

Foundations for a medical career https://t.co/6EkeKctHjD via @staronline

BUILDING a career in medicine and healthcare usually starts from the ambitions that most children hold from a tender age.

Victims face financial ruin, emotional trauma and physical scars

'Only qualified doctors can do invasive procedures'

The ugly side of beauty industry

Towards equity and equality in our healthcare

Malaysians are more interested in healthcare policies beneficial towards the middle-income Malaysian, but ignore the underprivileged.