14,226 reports from 2017–2026, collected from the Malaysian Medical News Telegram channel.
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74% of liver cancer cases in Malaysia are only found at advanced stages — when treatment options are limited and survival rates plummet. Early screening could save lives. 🩺
According to one medical professional, low awareness and lack of effective public screening programmes contribute to this statistic.
Malaysia has not begun talks with Indonesia to hire nurses, despite reports of shortages, says Health Minister. Recruitment will only be considered if there is a real need 🩺
Dzulkefly Ahmad says no official request has been made following Indonesia’s consul-general in Johor Bahru Sigit S Widiyanto’s proposal.
100 cancer patients in a morning, 3 mins each. Malaysia’s oncologist shortage is leaving patients waiting — sometimes for months. Lives can’t wait ⏳
Cancer care in the public sector is buckling under oncologist shortages. Long travel, brief visits, and delayed investigations leave B40 patients struggling or dropping out of treatment altogether.
4,352 future Medical Officers in Malaysia are getting permanent positions—letters out by Aug 18, reporting from Oct 2. A big boost for healthcare workforce stability 🏥
PUTRAJAYA, Aug 7 — A total of 4,352 candidates for Grade UD10 Medical Officer posts will receive offer letters for permanent appointments by August 18, said the Ministry of...
Malaysia’s average life expectancy hit 75.2 years in 2024—but too many are living longer with chronic illness instead of better health 🕰 healthspan lags behind lifespan.
Malaysians are living longer, with average life expectancy rising to 75.2 years in 2024, but many spend more years in poor health due to chronic conditions.Malaysians should start...
Sabah explores medicinal-herb development with China partners—1,000-acre protected forest eyed; hundreds of species identified. Research and jobs, with conservation in mind. 🌿
KOTA KINABALU (Aug 7): Sabah-China Chamber of Commerce president Datuk Frankie Liew and two China entrepreneurs, Yang Bin and Hou Guoqiang, visited the Firewood Protected Forest in Kampung Sugud, Penampang on Wednesday to conduct…
G25 warns of pay-to-jump-queue risks in public varsities and healthcare—commercialisation could sideline poorer Malaysians. Keep equity at the core. 🛑
PETALING JAYA: The increasing commercialisation of public services under the guise of "financial sustainability" is becoming a concern, says civil society group G25.
MOH starts appointing 4,352 UD10 medical officers this August; letters by Aug 18, reporting Sept 2. Relief for a stretched system—now get placements right. 🚑
KUALA LUMPUR: The Health Ministry has announced that the appointment of 4,352 UD10 grade medical officers will occur in stages starting in August.
FPMPAM accuses Health Minister of silence as NACCOL moves sow confusion on prescriptions, itemised bills and price display. Doctors want MOH to lead. ⚖️
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 — The Federation of Private Medical Practitioners’ Associations, Malaysia (FPMPAM) has accused the health minister of failing to defend doctors against...
Doctors furious over mandatory prescriptions via NACCOL—seen as de facto dispensing separation while GP fees stayed frozen 33 years. Clarity and legal basis needed before clinics collapse. 🩺
Private GPs are furious over KPDN's announcement of mandatory prescriptions, describing it as de facto dispensing separation, while GP consultation fees stagnate for 33 years. “The erosion of dignity and respect for doctors has r…
Health Minister says there’s no MySejahtera data leak — but Malaysians still waiting for a full independent audit 🧐 Transparency builds trust.
Health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad says checks with the relevant agencies found no sign of such an incident, and that cybersecurity protocols remain in place.
Over 2,000 healthcare workers in Malaysia have resigned in just 3 years 😷 Burnout, low pay & limited career growth are pushing them out. How many more must leave before change happens?
MOH reports 705 doctors and 1,394 nurses with 5+ years experience resigned 2022-2024, cites retention plans
🚨 18–39-year-olds make up 72% of new HIV cases in Malaysia. Majority infected via sex. Experts urge early testing, better education & zero discrimination. Wake-up call for youth health!
Malaysia’s medical-tourism boom is back—more foreign patients chasing quality care at fair prices. Healthy bodies, healthier earnings. ✈️
The medical tourism sector is on track to become a global healthcare powerhouse as it deepens its expansion into wellness-focused services and targets a broader range of international patients.
421 kids got new smiles! After 21 yrs of charity cleft ops in Miri, legend Dr Kim Tan retires and the mission rolls on. Sarawak spirit! 😊
MIRI (Aug 7): Over the past two decades, a total of 421 cleft lip and palate surgeries have been carried out here by a dedicated team of charity-minded medical professionals, transforming the lives of underprivileged patients. Cl…
Malaysia’s ageing tsunami is here—experts warn our elderly are falling through the cracks unless agencies unite behind one care plan. Prioritise seniors’ dignity now. 🧓
PETALING JAYA: There is a need to ensure all ministries and agencies are aligned as the country works towards having 50,000 skilled caregivers for its growing ageing population, as announced under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), s…
The Deputy Minister of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN), Fuziah Salleh, just announced that every private clinic visit must end with a printed prescription and a fully itemised bill. Who has the real authority over clinical rules?
The Deputy Minister of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN), Fuziah Salleh, just announced that every private clinic visit must end with a printed prescr...
Public health doctors say the 13th Malaysia Plan lacks clear health outcomes, fairness and recognition of social determinants. They want stronger mental health measures and a plan to grow the health workforce to close gaps 🏥
PPPKAM cites multiple gaps in 13MP on health, like the lack of outcome indicators, equity-based health approach, social determinants of health, mental health, and community involvement, as well as unclear health workforce develop…
More than 2 000 people thronged Sunway Medical Centre’s Life Moves Festival 2025, getting free checks for blood sugar, cholesterol and BMI. Early detection and healthy living were the themes, showing Malaysians love a good health check 😊
Sunway Medical Centre leads community initiative to promote early detection, healthy lifestyle and awareness of non-communicable diseases.
Kuching health officers issued 25 notices to smokers during operations at MJC Batu Kawa, Pine Square and Emart Batu Kawa. The team of 15 officers and 13 staff are determined to keep public spaces smoke‑free for everyone 🚭
KUCHING (Aug 6): A total of 25 individuals were issued notices for smoking in prohibited areas during an enforcement operation carried out by the Kuching Divisional Health Office on Monday. According to a statement posted on the…
The Telaga Air health clinic has received RM40 000 worth of medical and non‑medical equipment from Sabati and Petronas. With 21 clinical and 10 non‑clinical items, the clinic that serves 7 000 residents will be upgraded 💉
KUCHING (Aug 6): Medical and non-medical equipment worth RM40,000 have been donated to the Telaga Air health clinic to improve the comfort and well-being of the community. The contribution was presented by The Association of Wive…
Machang MP Wan Fayhsal slammed the 13th Malaysia Plan for allocating RM51 b to defence and just RM40 b to health. He says hospitals are overcrowded and doctors are short, urging more money and better equity indicators in the plan 🤔
Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal asks why more money is being allocated to defence when hospitals are overcrowded and there is a shortage of doctors.