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Great news for seniors in Selangor! 🎉 Free health screenings are being offered under the Skim Mesra Usia Emas. Don’t miss this chance to stay on top of your health! Details here:

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Perak won’t rush into a vape ban — state gov says decisions must be based on data and thorough study 📊

IPOH: The Perak government is currently conducting a comprehensive review on the need to ban the sale of electronic cigarettes (vapes) in the state.

PM Anwar reveals the King praised Malaysia’s medical excellence, especially in treating advanced cases abroad. A proud moment for our healthcare heroes 🇲🇾

PETALING JAYA: Sultan of Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah praised the quality and expertise of doctors at the National Heart Institute (IJN) after receiving treatment there.

MOH gets two new deputy secretary-generals in latest leadership reshuffle. Big changes coming to health policy? Eyes on the top 🧐

Changes in MOH's top leadership: Zahrul Hakim Abdullah moves from deputy sec-gen (management) to deputy sec-gen (finance), replacing Norazman Ayob who was transferred to the Agriculture Ministry. Azah Hanim Ahmad is MOH's new dep…

Malaysia’s EPF may sell its £1.4 billion UK hospital group, Circle Health, in a major move to cash in on global healthcare investments 🌍

The hospitals, which an EPF-led consortium bought for about £700 million in 2013, are operated by Spire Healthcare Group Plc.

81% of vape poisonings in Malaysia now tied to the magic mushroom flavour. What are we inhaling? 🍄

The National Poison Centre says most of the samples tested did not even contain real psilocybin.

Putrajaya’s pro-vape stance has lit a firestorm 🚬 Critics warn it’s a win for industry, loss for public health. Will Malaysia become Big Vape’s playground?

Now that Putrajaya has confirmed issuing a nicotine vape manufacturing licence to an e-cigarette company, illustrating the federal government's pro-vape stance, will Malaysia head down the harm reduction route? Will vapes be clas…

Malaysia’s digital future must be built with care — online hate is real, and it’s harming mental health. Tech, policy, and empathy must go hand in hand 🧠

The Guidelines for Ethical Reporting and Sharing of Suicide-Related Content sets a new benchmark for digital responsibility and compassionate content management in Malaysia and beyond.

Malaysia is winning the medical tourism game — world-class care at affordable prices is attracting patients from all over Asia 🌏

From the Maldives to mainland China, foreigners are drawn to the world-class healthcare offered by private hospitals in the country, says Association of Private Hospitals Malaysia president Datuk Dr

APHM is organising Malaysia’s largest hospital exhibition this month—over 200 exhibitors, the latest medtech, and 3 days of expert talks. The private healthcare scene is buzzing! 🏥

MOH confirms: All vape products in Malaysia are regulated under Act 852, regardless of nicotine content 🚭 No loopholes, no excuses. Stay informed.

PUTRAJAYA, June 2 — The Ministry of Health (MOH) today reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring strict enforcement and control on the contents and emissions of all types of smoking...

A Malaysian haj pilgrim suffered a heart attack in Makkah but was saved in time thanks to rapid intervention by Saudi medics 💓 Grateful for the swift action that gave him a second chance at life.

MECCA: A 60-year-old Malaysian pilgrim, Zurina Mat Hussin, was saved by a Saudi Arabian medical team after suffering a severe heart attack during her Hajj journey.

A workshop on sexual health for the LGBTQ+ community in Malaysia is now under probe—despite being health-focused and legally held. Critics warn this crackdown stifles free speech and public health education 🧠

Activists called the Selangor police’s investigation into the closed-door workshop a ‘witch hunt’.

Despite legalising vape liquid manufacturing, tight controls remain in place: nicotine content must be declared, and illegal sale to minors is still punishable. No free pass for Big Vape 🚭

The health ministry says local sales are permitted, but under strict oversight and enforcement by multiple agencies.

Only 1 in 20 Malaysians eats enough fruits & veggies 🥦 NHMS 2023 reveals rising obesity, diabetes, and ultra-processed food intake. Our national diet is in crisis.

The new NHMS 2024: Nutrition study reveals the extent of very bad eating habits among Malaysian teens and adults: eating late at night; too much sugar, salt, and fat; barely any milk; and insufficient fruits and veggies and most…

MMC elections need more credibility. A Senator now calls for e-voting to ensure transparency and inclusiveness in choosing who leads the Malaysian Medical Council 🗳️

Senator Dr RA Lingeshwaran says postal voting for the 17 elected seats had been marred by the disappearance of ballot papers.

Dear Doctors, This year marks the 25th anniversary of DOBBS, a meaningful milestone for our pioneering community of Malaysian doctors. I'm excited to share that we are entering a new chapter. DOBBS is now collaborating with a tech and AI company that will help manage and grow the platform. This partnership will bring fresh energy, smarter tools, and new capabilities to better serve all of you. You’ll start to see changes roll out gradually in the coming months. We appreciate your continued support and engagement as we work to take DOBBS to greater heights. Please stay tuned. Exciting things are on the way. Warm regards, Dr Alan Teh aka Ketua Dobbs Founder, DOBBS PS: Join DOBBS for free at

Let nurses help plan their duty rosters. Burnout drops when they have a say. Private hospitals are finally catching on 🧠

Association says private hospitals accommodate the shift preferences and input of nurses, allowing them adequate rest and time off.

Penang GH is getting a huge upgrade 🏥—new clinical block, ICU, and multi-storey car park coming! RM600mil+ investment to transform public healthcare in the north. Game-changer for patients and staff.

Three major development projects currently underway at Penang General Hospital (HPP), with a total allocation of RM758 million, are expected to significantly strengthen the state’s public healthcare system. According to State Exe…

UTM is pushing for purposeful research to drive transformative healthcare in Malaysia, aligning innovation with real patient needs. A solid step toward smarter, more impact-driven medicine 🚀

Malaysia has made significant progress in healthcare, with life expectancy rising to 73.4 years for men and 78.6 years for women as of 2023. More than 95% o ...

Mental health isn’t a luxury — it’s a lifeline. Parents are now urged to seek early support for their kids before issues spiral 🌱

Hospital Bahagia Ulu Kinta director Dr Ian Lloyd Anthony said early intervention can make a significant difference, as young minds are more adaptable and responsive to therapy.

Malaysia’s Health Ministry just dropped major guidelines on thalassemia care—emphasizing early screening, better treatment access, and preventing new cases through public education 🩸

Malaysian private hospital nurses work up to 45 hours weekly—longer than govt nurses. Many feel overworked and underappreciated. Time for reforms that prioritize their wellbeing 👩‍⚕️

APHM says nurses in private hospitals in Malaysia usually work 42 to 45 hours per week. These hours are "carefully crafted" based on departmental needs, patient acuity, and workload to ensure that "nurses are neither overworked n…