13,932 reports from 2017–2026, collected from the Malaysian Medical News Telegram channel.
13,932 archived reports
malaymail.com
11 new rabies cases in Sarawak this month. Authorities are urging pet owners to vaccinate their pets — it’s the only way to stop this deadly virus from spreading. Don’t wait till it’s too late.
KUCHING, March 29 — The Sarawak Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory has detected 11 new rabies cases in March, with multiple bite incidents involving stray and free-roaming pet dogs...
Sandakan Hospital just launched a colorectal cancer awareness program! Early screening saves lives — don’t wait for symptoms. Get checked, stay healthy! #CancerAwareness #HealthFirst
KOTA KINABALU: In an effort to reduce late-stage colorectal cancer diagnoses, the Duchess of Kent Hospital (HDOK) in Sandakan has introduced a fast-track referral initiative and awareness campaign across the Sandakan zone.
4 MOH hospitals in Malaysia are getting new-gen LINAC machines to boost cancer treatment access & precision care! Big leap for public healthcare!
Four MOH hospitals are getting new-generation LINAC machines for radiotherapy: two for IKN and one each for HKL, Sabah Women and Children's Hospital, and SGH. The new LINAC machine at HSI in JB cut waiting times for radiotherapy…
Doctors are done waiting. Hartal Doktor Kontrak just marched to the Finance Minister’s office to demand fair wages, permanent posts & proper recognition. The pressure is on.
HDK met with Anwar Ibrahim's pol-sec to raise issues like medical officers' ePlacements and on-call allowance, and the 45-hour work week for nurses and MAs. HDK was told at another meeting with Dr Dzul's aide that MOH won't reins…
Malaysia spends only 4% of GDP on public healthcare — far below the 6–7% average of similar economies. Underfunding remains a critical issue, says Malaysian Re in MIH 2025.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- Underfunding in Malaysia’s public health sector remains a key challenge, with healthcare expenditure standing at about four per cent of gross domestic product (GDP), according to Malaysian Rein…
Great news for Johor’s healthcare workers! 👏 26,000 workers to receive RM100 Duit Raya each as a gesture of appreciation for their hard work! 🎉💰 #HealthcareHeroes #Johor #DuitRaya
ISKANDAR PUTERI: The Johor government will give RM100 in duit raya each to more than 26,000 healthcare workers in the state.
No more buying contact lenses or optical devices online in Malaysia! New ban just dropped — only licensed optometrists and opticians can sell them now. Looks like it’s back to brick-and-mortar for your eyes! Details:
KUALA LUMPUR: The Medical Device Authority (MDA) has banned the online sale of optical devices and contact lenses on e-commerce platforms to protect the health and safety of users' vision, says its chief executive Dr P. Muralitha…
ePlacement system for contract doctors set to reopen between May & June! Long-awaited news for many hoping for permanent posts in MOH. Fingers crossed for a smoother, fairer placement this time!
Health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad says the new ePlacement system is fairer and is not based on the ‘first-come, first-served’ method.
Apple Watch getting sleep apnea detection, and AirPods Pro may soon double as certified hearing aids! These health upgrades are coming to Malaysia too—your Apple gear’s about to get way more medical
Apple has introduced two new health features in Malaysia, expanding its suite of wellness tools for Apple Watch and AirPods Pro 2 users.
Malaysia dodged a bullet with COVID—but experts warn we’re not ready for the next pandemic. Complacency now could cost lives later. Time to fix the cracks before it’s too late.
IT has been five years since the Covid-19 pandemic began, but health experts say Malaysia could struggle to effectively deal with any similar outbreaks unless investments in pandemic preparedness are made. If followed through, ho…
Malaysia’s cancer crisis is real: just 1 oncologist for every 277 patients. That’s not a gap — it’s a chasm. The system is overwhelmed. We need urgent action now.
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia is facing a serious shortage of cancer or oncology facilities and specialists, particularly in government hospitals.
Malaysia’s health shake-up is here DRGs, revamped insurance, Rakan KKM “premium economy” care — @DrDzul is flipping the script on private medical inflation & future-proofing healthcare for ALL Malaysians Value-based, sustainable, bold.
As our nation advances economically and ages rapidly, health is increasingly one of the foremost concerns for Malaysians. I am deeply concerned about the rising costs of private healthcare, as access to affordable, quality health…
IGP sounds the alarm: Thai beauty & health products flooding in illegally — unregistered, untested, unsafe! Don’t gamble with your health for a cheap fix. You’ve been warned.
Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain says influencers and entrepreneurs put consumers at risk by not getting health ministry approval.
Life insurers & takaful firms in Malaysia are feeling the pinch — profits down as medical claims soar! Healthcare inflation is real, and it’s hitting the bottom line hard. Time to rethink coverage & costs?
Bank Negara Malaysia says profitability has plunged by half as medical payouts have surged to RM6.2 billion.
Dr James Jeremiah drops a bombshell — blames MOH as the primary architect of Malaysia’s medical hyperinflation! Sparks are flying in the healthcare world
Dr James Jeremiah blames MOH for being the "primary architect" of medical hyperinflation, citing Pharmaniaga's monopoly in drug procurement, overregulation raising private facilities' operating costs, and inefficiency/bloat in pu…
Malaysia’s healthcare system is broken, says Tajuddin Rosli — calling for a total MOH overhaul due to inefficiency, outdated systems & zero reform. When the rakyat speaks, will anyone listen?
Tajuddin Rosli urges an overhaul of MOH top leadership to prevent a sinking ship from completely sinking. He says it's futile promoting a deputy DG to replace DG Radzi upon retirement, urging out-of-the-box thinking like in the a…
Medical insurance premiums are going up again… thanks to a surge in claims and rising hospital costs! Time to stay healthy or go broke! Welcome to 2025, where even getting sick is a luxury.
Prudential Malaysia says the average number of claims has risen by 19.6% compared with a year ago.
3 out of 4 flood-hit clinics in Johor are now back in action! Health services from Kangkar Tebrau have been moved to Majidee for now. Stay safe and dry, folks!
KUALA SELANGOR, March 23 — The Health Ministry announced that three of four clinics in Johor that were affected by recent floods have resumed operations. Its minister, Datuk...
Doctors suing the govt for not recognising them as specialists — despite having qualifications and experience? This isn’t just red tape, it’s career sabotage. MOH better have a strong defence, or this could set a major precedent.
Two groups of doctors express frustration that the amendments to the Medical Act 1971 meant to resolve the issue have yet to be implemented.
91 Klinik Kesihatan running over capacity – Malaysia’s public primary care is bursting at the seams! Patients overwhelmed, staff overstretched, and wait times sky-high. Healthcare reform can’t wait!
Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad says 91 government health clinics in Malaysia operate beyond capacity, with some seeing over 800 patients daily—far exceeding their intended load. The government plans to upgrade, expand, and build…
📢 Sarawak’s TB mortality rate hits a five-year high despite a nationwide decline. What’s going on? 🤔 Read more:
Sarawak’s TB mortality rate hit a 5-year high at 12.07 per 100,000 in 2024, while Sabah and Kuala Lumpur recorded rates of 11.84 and 9.32, respectively. Despite a nationwide decline to 7.58, Malaysia remains off track in meeting…
Malaysia’s nursing shortage is reaching a crisis point! ⚠️ With an aging population and rising healthcare demands, we need urgent solutions—better wages, improved training, and incentives to retain talent. The time to act is NOW! ⏳ Full story:
Despite various efforts to expand the nursing workforce, Malaysia continues to struggle with high resignation rates.
🚨 Malaysia’s healthcare is at risk! 🚨 Rising numbers of medical graduates are heading to Singapore for better opportunities, draining our nation’s talent and resources. 🇲🇾💔 We must act NOW to retain our future doctors and safeguard our healthcare system! 🏥👩⚕️👨⚕️
PETALING JAYA: There has been an increasing trend of medical graduates leaving for Singapore for housemanship, leading to losses of millions of ringgit in educational investment annually, say experts.
The number of end-stage kidney patients in Malaysia could double by 2040! 🚨 Early detection and prevention are key to managing this growing health issue. Let’s stay informed and take action now to protect our kidneys! 🏥💪 Read more:
KUALA LUMPUR: The number of end-stage kidney disease patients undergoing chronic dialysis could double by 2040 to more than 106,000 patients from the current 53,000 patients, says Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni.