13,926 reports from 2017–2026, collected from the Malaysian Medical News Telegram channel.
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Malaysia’s shortage of cardiothoracic surgeons just got worse 💔 Several HLP-sponsored trainees overseas have quit and stayed abroad instead of returning to serve the Health Ministry.
PETALING JAYA: Efforts to overcome the severe shortage of government cardiothoracic surgeons have been hit with a severe blow, with several doctors pursuing the sponsored parallel pathway training programme abroad taking up jo…
Malaysia is quietly becoming ASEAN’s biopharma and medtech powerhouse — attracting talent, tech, and investment with real momentum in R&D and innovation 🚀
IN the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic, Indian novelist Arundhati Roy referred to the pandemic as a portal. She searingly illustrated the inequalities of business as usual in India and presented a vision to imagine the world…
Over 6,000 students have fallen sick with influenza, forcing schools across Malaysia to shut temporarily 😷 Health experts warn: the flu wave is far from over.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 — Around 6,000 school students across the country have been infected with the influenza virus, prompting several schools to close temporarily on the advice...
A “40% increment” sounds grand — but it’s just RM3 more per hour. Doctors on 24-hour calls now earn RM12.83/hour. That’s McDonald’s wages for saving lives 🍟
An MO casts doubt on the 40% hike of doctors' on-call allowance, saying there's no official circular yet. The MO also the 40% raise is only an RM3 increase from RM9.16 to RM12.83/hour. "Doctors don’t need 40% of peanuts. We need…
Unlicensed ultrasound scans are putting patients at risk, warn MMA and medical groups — urging firm action before someone gets seriously harmed ⚠️
KUALA LUMPUR: Obstetrics, gynaecology and radiology fraternities and the Malaysian Medical Association are concerned over the rapid rise of unlicensed ultrasound centres across the country.
Health Minister Dzulkefly denies any lobbying behind the delay of the DRG system for private hospitals, saying more time is needed for engagement with stakeholders. ⚖️
Dzulkefly Ahmad says several challenges must be resolved before the system is rolled out.
Malaysia plans to launch a base medical & health insurance product by 2027, aiming to make healthcare protection affordable and universal. A big step toward equitable coverage — but can it balance cost, quality & private sector buy-in? 💊
Malaysia's central bank Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has announced that the design of the base medical and health insurance or takaful product, introduced as part of Budget 2026, is expected to be
At a recent meeting between MediExpress and anaesthesiologist groups MSA and COA, plus doctors' group MMA, MediExpress reportedly clarified that its anaesthesia memo wasn't meant to interfere with clinical management. The meeting…
A tragic case in Samarahan: MoH says a 4‑yr‑old boy with influenza died from encephalitis after developing a high fever and seizures. Officials remind everyone to wash hands, mask up when sick & seek care early to prevent serious complications. https://www.theborneopost.com/2025/10/12/health-ministry-four-year-old-samarahan-boy-dies-from-encephalitis/ 🧒
KUCHING (Oct 12): A four-year-old boy from Samarahan who was admitted to Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) after suffering seizures died on Oct 8 from brain inflammation (encephalitis), according to the Ministry of Health (MoH). The…
Flu clusters are spiking, but MMA says it’s seasonal. Stay calm, wash your hands, cover coughs & wear a mask if you’re unwell. Get medical help quickly for high fever or breathing problems—early treatment stops serious complications. https://www.flyfm.audio/rise-in-flu-cases-not-unusual-during-current-season-says-mma/ 🤧
The Malaysian Medical Association says the public should remain calm and take preventive measures.
Sarawak’s Dr Sim Kui Hian warns that the RM46.5b health budget won’t keep up with soaring medicine costs and an ageing population. He says unpredictable tariffs on medical products make global healthcare costs volatile—and calls for more funding. https://www.hotfm.audio/rm46-5bil-budget-for-healthcare-not-enough-says-sim/amp/ 💸
Private doctors are done waiting — after 17 years of outdated fee limits, they’re now pushing to deregulate consultation fees entirely. Time to let doctors charge fairly for their expertise 💪
The trade group for GPs urges the government to 'immediately revisit and rectify its flawed decision' on consultation fees of RM10 to RM80.
Flu cases are soaring across Malaysia — Health Minister says school closures are on the table as clusters surge nationwide 😷
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 — The Ministry of Health (MOH) will discuss with the Ministry of Education (MOE) to consider further action, including the need to close schools if there is...
Govt allocates RM60mil in #Budget2026 to tackle medical inflation and expand healthcare access — but with costs still soaring and GPs struggling under low fees, will it be enough? 💊 [https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2025/10/1291671/2026-budget-govt-allocates-rm60mil-curb-medical-inflation-expand](https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2025/10/1291671/2026-budget-govt-allocates-rm60mil-curb-medical-inflation-expand)
KUALA LUMPUR: The government will allocate RM60 million in joint funding with the private sector to introduce affordable basic insurance products and implement the Diagnosis Related Group (DRG) system as part of efforts to addres…
Money woes driving young doctors away from Sarawak 😞 MMA says financial hardship is a key reason many don’t report for duty — cost of living and transfers add to the strain.
MMA says the removal of relocation claims and reduced regional allowances have also discouraged doctors from accepting postings to Sarawak.
After 17 years, the GP consultation fee floor stays at RM10 — far below the RM50 MMA proposed. Low rates risk making clinics unsustainable and push price-cutting in primary care 😔
MMA President Datuk Dr R Thirunavukarasu said the decision failed to reflect the true value of general practitioners’ contributions, describing them as...
💉 Health Ministry gets RM46.5 billion in Budget 2026 — biggest boost yet for reforms, new hospitals & better welfare for healthcare workers. A healthy nation starts with healthy support for its frontliners! 🇲🇾
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the measures are guided by the 13th Malaysia Plan and the Health White Paper, which sets out four key pil...
MOH gets RM46.5 billion in Budget 2026 — a 12% boost! 💰 Biggest health allocation ever, but will it be enough to fix staffing, waiting times & access gaps?
The allocation covers major hospital upgrades, new medical equipment and improved ward facilities nationwide.
Telemedicine’s booming—but without proper oversight, patient safety and doctor accountability are at risk. MMA urges stronger regulation to protect both sides 🩺
The association has raised the red flag over a recent corporate collaboration offering 24/7 services.
Flu season is hitting hard 😷 Malaysia sees a sharp rise in Influenza A & B clusters, mostly in schools — parents and teachers, stay alert and keep those masks handy!
Schools have been advised to notify the nearest district health office in the event of an increase in cases and to isolate students.
Medical inflation is running wild 💸 — Malaysia’s general insurers say healthcare costs are rising much faster than insurance premiums, putting major pressure on the system. How long can this hold?
Malaysia’s general insurers are facing continued pressure in the medical and health insurance segment as medical inflation far outpaces premium growth, according to the General Insurance Association of Malaysia (PIAM).
Six doctors’ groups are calling for TPAs to be held legally liable for interfering with doctors’ clinical decisions — warning such actions breach the Private Healthcare Facilities and Services Act. ⚖️
Six doctors' groups say TPAs should be held liable for adverse events if payers continue to blur the line between administration and clinical care. "Doctors will not and should not take the blame for decisions imposed by corporat…
MOH plans a 10x hike in vape tax — from 40 sen to RM4/ml 💨 A move seen as part of the lead-up to a nationwide vape ban. Smokers and sellers brace for impact.
The Ministry of Health (MOH) is proposing to raise the excise duty on vape liquids from 40 sen to RM4 per millilitre (ml), in what could amount to a tenfold tax increase ahead of the government’s plan to fully ban electronic ciga…
“Doctors must be free to decide what’s best for patients,” says the Health DG — warning that interference with clinical judgment could be illegal under the Private Healthcare Facilities and Services Act ⚖️
Dr Mahathar Abd Wahab says tying reimbursement or approvals to specific clinical choices may breach the Private Healthcare Facilities and Services Act.