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Malaysia sets sights on becoming a global virology research hub with a new flagship institute and RM602 million in funding. Ambitious, strategic, and science-driven—watch this space! ️
Speaking at the opening of the 3rd International Conference of the World Society for Virology (WSV2025) here today.
Doctors are drawing the line. In a historic protest, they’ve rejected KPDN’s move to control drug price display — saying healthcare isn’t retail. It’s a patient’s right, not a product’s price. #RespectMedicalEthics #NotRetailMedicine ⚖️
In an historic rally, over 700 doctors protested against KPDN's jurisdiction over drug price display under Act 723, saying that the order should be under Act 586 instead under MOH's jurisdiction. Doctors' groups maintain support…
Malaysia’s govt is finally mulling healthcare financing reform — will it be bold or just another study? Our overburdened system can’t run on goodwill forever. Patients & providers deserve better. Time for action. https://www.thevibes.com/articles/news/107856/pm-govt-mulls-healthcare-financing-reform-for-long-term-sustainability #HealthcareReform #Malaysia 💊
Anwar shared that the matter was among key issues discussed during the 8th meeting of the Malaysian Social Protection Council (MySPC) 2025, which he chaired thi...
Lawyers clarify: only KPDN, not MOH, can enforce drug price display rules. MOH has no legal power to take action against clinics or doctors under the law ⚖️
Three lawyers say MOH lacks "punca kuasa" to enforce a drug price display order under Act 723. The authority bestowed on the KPDN minister under Section 3 is “non-delegable”. Inspections or issuing summonses for non-compliance li…
KPJ Healthcare is now using an AI chatbot to improve patient services — from appointment scheduling to FAQs, it’s 24/7 and multilingual. AI is quietly transforming Malaysian healthcare, one smart response at a time. https://www.itnews.asia/news/malaysias-kpj-healthcare-deploys-ai-chatbot-to-enhance-patient-services-616947 🧠
Clinics are not pharmacies. They’re healthcare providers. Comparing med prices to retail ignores consultation, diagnosis, and continuity of care. You’re not just buying pills — you’re buying expertise. https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2025/05/1211609/private-clinics-mark-medicine-prices-much-75pct-survey-reveals #MedTwitter #PrimaryCare
KUALA LUMPUR: Private clinics are charging substantially higher prices — ranging from 23 per cent to 75 per cent more — for common and long-term medications compared to community pharmacies.
Private GPs will rally Tuesday over forced drug price display and 20+ years of frozen consultation fees. It’s not just about prices—it’s about respect for primary care. ⚕️
The Malaysian Medical Association says GPs are not against price transparency but oppose the use of a non-health related law on the medical profession.
Malaysia rolls out AI lung screenings nationwide! Early detection, high accuracy, and affordable-big win for public health! 🇲🇾🫁🤖
PUTRAJAYA, May 4 — The Health Ministry (MOH) has introduced AI-powered lung health screening to detect lung-related diseases among Malaysians at an early stage. Health Minister...
Malaysia’s new medicine price display rule is off to a strong start! 💊✨ Health Minister says compliance is “satisfactory” with creative QR code displays and no fines yet. Transparency wins! 🇲🇾👏
Private healthcare facilities and pharmacies will not face fines or compounds during the initial three-month period if they fail to display medicine p...
MOH demands “transparency” from GPs & pharmacists but hides its own deals 🤔 Forced price displays, no support, 33 years with no fee revision-frontliners deserve better! 💊🇲🇾 #HealthcareJustice
Dr James Jeremiah says GP consultation fees have not been revised for 33 years, while everything else has gone up. But MOH has added yet another burden with drug price display. "This is not just negligent governance; it is state-…
💸 Baby wipes RM18.80, ice bag RM43.35, paper wristband RM1.60-private hospital bills in Malaysia are skyrocketing with unregulated fees! Seniors and vulnerable groups are hit hardest. Time for transparency, regulation, and affordable care for all!
PETALING JAYA: Baby wipes at RM18.80. An ice bag at RM43.35. RM1.60 for a paper wrist band to indicate that the patient is a “fall risk”. These are examples of consumables and items charged by a private hospital in Selangor.Patie…
Doctors are taking to the streets. The Govt won’t stop them. The protest? A law forcing private clinics to display drug prices. Many say it’s unfair, unworkable, and hurts small practices. One word: resistance!
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) will proceed with the planned march by private general practitioners (GPs) in protest against the mandatory price labelling initiative.
RM375 million in illegal health products seized in 2024. Online sales are booming—but so are the dangers. Unregistered doesn’t mean harmless. Protect your health, not just your wallet! ⚠️
KUALA SELANGOR, May 3 — The Ministry of Health (MOH) seized 21,571 illegal health products worth RM37.5 million in 2024, an increase of nearly 8 per cent from the 20,157 items...
Doctors are marching against mandatory drug price displays. Health Minister says the govt won’t stop them—but won’t back down either. A rare standoff brewing in healthcare policy land! ⚖️
Health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad says he is open to receiving any memorandum from the doctors taking part in Tuesday's rally.
Parallel pathway specialists may finally see light at the end of the tunnel — a solution is expected by mid-May, says Senator Dr RA Lingeshwaran. Hope this isn’t just another delay tactic. ⏳
Senator Dr RA Lingeshwaran says health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad had given this assurance at a meeting with GPs and nurses in Penang.
MOH says drug price transparency follows the will of the people. But most GPs say it’s bad policy, rushed, and could backfire. Who really benefits from this rule? Patients or middlemen? One thing’s clear—consultation was missing. ️
MOH says it proceeded with drug price display because majority stakeholders in a UPC poll back price transparency, overriding the minority of HCPs. Even then, though most medical clinics and hospitals oppose it, dental clinics an…
170 new health facilities coming to Malaysia, including 11 hospitals and 16 clinics this year alone. Major boost for rural access, emergency care, and specialized services. Healthcare just levelled up! ️
BUTTERWORTH: The Public Works Department (PWD) is set to deliver 170 new health facility projects across the country, with a total budget of RM16.47 billion.
No fines yet for clinics not showing drug prices — but the clock’s ticking. Grace period means watchful waiting before the crackdown begins. Clinics, get compliant or get caught! ⏳
Deputy director-general (pharmacy) Dr Azuana Ramli says the initial period will focus on 'educational enforcement'.
RM2.4 billion for 66 new health construction projects, including hospitals, clinics & quarters. Let’s hope this isn’t just building walls but building trust in public healthcare too. One brick at a time! 🧱
BUTTERWORTH, May 2 — The Public Works Department (JKR) is implementing 66 new construction projects for the Ministry of Health (MOH) under the Fifth Rolling Plan (RP5) of the...
Clinics say govt officers threatened them over drug price display—even during the grace period. Why the aggression? Healthcare professionals deserve clarity, not coercion. One step forward, two steps back?
The Federation of Private Medical Practitioners’ Associations Malaysia says clinics have been warned to comply or face legal summonses.
Ex-health minister says Malaysia not ready for mandatory drug price display—urges govt to delay enforcement to avoid chaos in clinics and pharmacies. Policy or pandemonium? ⚠️
Dr S Subramaniam warns the move will have serious implications on the primary healthcare system and result in severe economic losses.
Doctors to march on May 6 against the drug price list law. MMA warns it hurts clinics, won’t help patients, and treats doctors like shopkeepers. Healthcare isn’t a pasar malam stall!
PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) will march from the Health Ministry building to the Prime Minister's Office in Putrajaya, in protest of the new law mandating the display of price lists at private healthcare…