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13,932 reports from 2017–2026, collected from the Malaysian Medical News Telegram channel.

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Many people mistake the common cold for the flu, but the flu hits harder and can be deadly. Know the difference and stay protected! #influenza #health

A PSA about influenza. Educational purposes only, not meant as medical advice - for the latter please see your healthcare professional.

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MOH Malaysia is going all-in on cloud-based EMR systems for public hospitals & clinics! No more paper records—fast, efficient, and fully digital. But which cloud provider will they choose?

MOH plans to adopt subscription-based cloud EMR systems for public hospitals and clinics, choosing off-the-shelf solutions over custom ones. Dr Mahesh Appannan says that while the MOH will use external platforms, it will retain f…

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Batu Caves is gearing up for a record-breaking Thaipusam celebration! ⛰️💛 With enhanced medical & emergency services, devotees can focus on their spiritual journey with peace of mind. 🛕🙏 Expect massive crowds and an unforgettable experience! Full story:

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Shocking allegations of bullying and racism at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Sabah! Health Ministry launches investigation into medical officers’ conduct. Let’s stand against discrimination in healthcare! #StopBullying #EndRacism #HealthcareEquality

The two medical officers allegedly made derogatory remarks about a junior’s skin colour on WhatsApp.

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Vaping in schools is out of control – nearly 20,000 cases reported in 2024! 🚨 This isn’t just a trend, it’s a crisis. How do we stop it before it gets worse? Full story:

KUALA LUMPUR: Close to 20,000 cases of students vaping in schools were reported last year, the Dewan Rakyat was told.

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💰 Triple the salary, triple the dilemma! A Malaysian healthcare worker faces a tough choice after getting a lucrative job offer in Singapore. Stay or go? What would you do? 🤔🇲🇾➡️🇸🇬

The Singapore package includes attractive perks such as a 3.6-month bonus and 21 days of annual leave, far exceeding her current benefits in Malaysia.

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🚨 Housemen at Ipoh General Hospital are speaking out about a bullying scandal that’s been ignored for too long. How many more stories like this need to surface before real change happens? 😡 #MedTwitter #DoctorLife 🔗 Read more:

A houseman alleges bullying of housemen at Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital, Ipoh, such as physical assault, being forced to work double and triple shifts, revocation of mandatory off days if MC is taken, and denial of replacement…

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🩺💉 Great news for aspiring nurses! Malaysia just eased entry requirements for nursing diplomas to tackle the shortage and welcome new healthcare heroes.

Health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad verifies a circular making the rounds on social media.

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🚑🚨 Healthcare alarm. Dr Rafidah from Putrajaya Hospital warns of a bleak future after her dedicated cousin leaves for NZ. Brain drain concerns grow. Details:

Nephrologist says her cousin is leaving MOH without hesitation after getting job abroad.

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AI is set to revolutionize Malaysia’s healthcare industry, enhancing efficiency, diagnostics, and patient care! Are we ready for the transformation? #AI #HealthcareInnovation

In Malaysia, AI is also set to transform the healthcare industry, with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim emphasising its potential.

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🚀 Primary care clinics in Malaysia have slashed patient waiting times by 30 minutes in just a year! ⏳📉 A major win for efficiency in healthcare. Read more: https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2025/02/1169576/primary-care-clinics-have-cut-patient-waiting-times-30-minutes-year-says #Healthcare #Efficiency #Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: Primary care clinics have significantly cut waiting times through the digitalisation of key services, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.

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🚭💨 Malaysia’s Health Ministry may reimpose a full vape ban if necessary, says Dzulkefly Ahmad. Let’s prioritize public health! #VapeBan #MalaysiaHealth 🛑

KUALA LUMPUR: The Health Ministry is prepared to reconsider the possibility of a full vape ban in the country if the situation demands it, said its minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.

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Rights group demands an inquest into the mysterious death of a renowned pathologist 🕵️‍♂️🔍. Time to uncover the truth and ensure accountability! ⚖️💔 #Justice #Transparency

NGO Edict says it will help address any dissatisfaction over findings by the special task force which investigated Dr Tay Tien Yaa’s death.

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The future of health care belongs to leaders who value both stethoscopes and spreadsheets. Healing requires heart and efficiency. #HealthcareLeadership #AdminDoctors

A medical officer defends the role of administrative doctors in MOH, as leadership effectiveness depends on multiple factors: "The future belongs to leaders who value both stethoscopes and spreadsheets – because healing requires…

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Malaysian nurses push back against a 45-hour work week, citing risks of burnout and staff shortages. They note that this exceeds the UK's NHS (38.5 hours) and Indonesia's 40-hour standard. Isn't it time to prioritize our healthcare heroes' well-being?

After doctors successfully pushed back against WBB, the Delegation of Nurses reiterated its opposition to the 45-hour work week for nurses, pointing out that this is longer than the UK's NHS (38.5 hours), Indonesia (40 hours), an…

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Selayang Hospital is manually processing 4,000 lab samples daily—overloaded and struggling with outdated systems. ⚠️ Automation is long overdue to ease the burden on staff and improve efficiency. How long can they keep up? Read more:

MOH's Dr Mahesh Appannan says Selayang Hospital’s outdated IT system highlights the need for a new subscription-based approach to digital maintenance. The hospital’s previous IT system worked for 15 years, but couldn't keep up. "…

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MOH’s outsourcing program to private hospitals is slashing surgery and diagnostic waiting times by up to 75%! Faster treatment, better patient outcomes—could this be the future of healthcare efficiency in Malaysia? Details:

MOH's outsourcing initiative to private hospitals has cut waiting times for surgery/ diagnostics: AVF surgery reduced by 75%, MRI/ ultrasound by 20%, and CT scans by 14%. The 2024 HSOP covers radiology, nephrology, cardiothoracic…

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Khairy J slams “disconnected bureaucrats” for the failed shift system in healthcare, saying they care more about spreadsheets than real lives. Civil servants fire back, while Dzulkefly vows fair pay for healthcare workers. Drama unfolds!

Ex-health minister Khairy Jamaluddin slams them for only looking at Excel spreadsheets and lacking a practical understanding of hospital operations.

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Khairy slams ‘disconnected bureaucrats’ over the failed healthcare shift system, but civil servants hit back, calling his claims baseless. The WBB debate heats up! 🔥⚖️ Who’s got it right? 🍿🤔

The head of an association representing administrative and diplomatic officers says former health minister Khairy Jamaluddin’s claim is baseless.

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Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad pledges fair pay for our dedicated healthcare heroes! 🩺💪 Let’s ensure those who care for us are cared for too. #FairPayForHealthcare

The health minister says the arduous task of doing the right thing is usually unpopular.

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Happy Chinese New Year! Lanterns of Hope - a Chinese New Year song for you

Lyrics: Verse 1 Under the moon, our spirits shine bright, Through endless calls, we work through the night. Healing hands and steadfast hearts, Facing the storm, we play our part. Chorus Gong Xi Gong Xi, to doctors near and far,…

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Racism and bullying allegations rock a govt hospital. 🇲🇾 Health Ministry launches probe into claims of workplace discrimination. Is enough being done to protect healthcare workers? Details:

The ministry says the matter has been referred to its integrity unit and that follow-up action will be taken as soon as possible.

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Minister says Malaysia’s health care system isn’t crashing like the NHS – but are cracks starting to show? 🏥💭 Dive into the debate:

Dr Dzul says the Malaysian health care system "is not about to crash, compared to the UK’s NHS." Though more funding for health care is needed, to say that the public health care system is not sustainable, "it has been sustained…

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It's been 5 years after the Covid pandemic and how fast doctors and nurses are forgotten

Ref: https://codeblue.galencentre.org/2025/01/five-years-after-covid-broken-promises-neglected-health-care-heroes-emergency-doctor/ https://codeblue.galencentre.org/2024/09/transforming-malaysias-health-care-system-building-our-h…