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UMMC needs a budget boost! A health economist says it should double to keep up with patient demand and improve services. Read more:
A UMMC health economist says the university hospital's budget from the government should be twice as high, adding that its fee hike is "highly justified" due to expanded services, complex cases and new tech. UMMC received RM477 m…
WBB shift system proposed for healthcare workers? MOH leadership retreat will discuss it over three days. 🏥💼
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 — Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad said today that the Ministry of Health (MoH) will carefully deliberate on the implementation of the “Waktu...
Doctors on call will now work a maximum of 18 hours in a new pilot project aimed at improving well-being and patient safety. Will this finally end the long shifts that put both lives and sanity at risk?
PETALING JAYA: Doctors and dentists at selected government healthcare facilities will see their on-call shifts capped at 18 hours, down from the current limit of between 24 and 33, under a Health Ministry pilot project that start…
Psychologist’s inspiring victory over government discrimination showcases the power of judicial review to defend equal rights! 👩⚖️👏 Read the full story here:
The High Court in Penang rules that the Public Service Commission and the government must act consistently with the constitutional right to equality.
Not every bump or scratch needs a specialist visit! 🩹 Dr. James Jeremiah breaks down when it’s time to DIY, when to see a GP, and when a specialist is a must. Read more here:
Association of Private Practitioners Sabah past president Dr James Jeremiah tells MOH that GPs are well-equipped to perform musculoskeletal procedures, as they attend workshops on intra-articular injections, basic and complex ult…
Malaysia’s top public hospital just raised its fees, sparking fresh concerns about healthcare costs in a tough economy. Many are wondering: can the average Malaysian still afford quality treatment? Details:
UMMC's move came amid high living costs and soaring health insurance premiums. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Nearly 15% of Malaysia’s Year 1 pupils may have vision problems! The Health Ministry urges parents to ensure early eye checks for their children. Start the school year seeing clearly.
Visual acuity problems remain a major concern among Year 1 pupils in Malaysia, particularly in the Federal Territory of Putrajaya.
MMA raises concerns about the new shift system for public healthcare workers, citing risks to service quality & staff well-being. Calls for proper evaluation & engagement before rolling it out. More here:
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has voiced concerns that the pilot implementation of a new shift system for public healthcare workers will exacerbate existing manpower shortages, leaving doctors overburdened…
Doctors in Malaysia will soon work fewer hours but earn less under a new shift system 😳 Less night shift allowance, shorter hours (max 18 instead of 24-33), launching Feb 1 in 7 govt hospitals. Will this improve or hurt healthcare? 🏥
In the WBB shift system that's piloting in 7 hospitals on Feb 1, MOs are limited to 18 consecutive work hours, with reduced allowance claims. The on-call allowance rate increase is only applicable on weekends/public holidays to o…
Malaysia’s longest-living heart transplant recipient has passed away. His journey was a testament to medical advancements and the power of the human spirit. Rest in peace.
Albert Gunaratnam defied expectations by living over 26 years with a transplanted heart.
An important reminder : iron deficiency anemia especially in women, pregnancy and post partum. Please assess your patients.
Welcome to another episode of Medical Insights on the Dobbs Channel! In this episode, we cover a critical topic in women's health – Iron Deficiency Anaemia (IDA) in Asian women. Learn about expert-recommended guidelines for diagn…
Malaysia’s Health Ministry is boosting Syariah-compliant healthcare! 🌟 Quality, affordable, holistic care with a MADANI touch & growing appeal in medical tourism. 🏥✈️
BANGI: The Health Ministry (MOH) is committed to enhancing Syariah-compliant healthcare services to provide added value to patients, especially Muslims seeking such services.
💸💉 Despite Bank Negara’s 10% cap, some Malaysians are still seeing medical insurance premiums soar by 30-50%! 😱 Bayan Baru MP urges policyholders to report these hikes. 📝 Let’s keep insurers accountable! More info:
Bayan Baru MP Sim Tze Tzin continues to receive complaints of medical insurance premiums rising by 30%-50%, despite BNM’s 10% cap. PAC will hold a public hearing in Parliament in Feb on private health care costs; the public may a…
🚭💼 Thinking of lighting up at work? Think again! Health Minister Dzul says the office smoking ban is here to stay. Time to keep those lungs (and cubicles) clean! 🏢✨
The health minister was asked to comment on lawyer Haniff Khatri Abdulla’s application for leave to challenge the ban on smoking in private offices.
🩺💼 Feeling the burnout? Malaysia’s Health Ministry launches a ‘mutual placement exchange’ platform to help healthcare workers swap postings and rejuvenate their careers! 🌟👏
The digital platform allows health workers within the same scheme to exchange placements without the human resources division’s intervention.
🏥💸 70% of private hospital bills in Malaysia are from unregulated charges for basic items! Time to regulate and protect patients from skyrocketing costs.
Dr Rafick Khan dismisses the need for a separate health assurance regulator, adding that BNM can limit insurers' gross profit to 3%-5% YOY. The PHFSA 1998 can also be amended to address excessive profit growth from private hospit…
Johor is rolling out the red carpet for investors in healthcare! 🚑 Plans to develop world-class medical facilities in the Johor Selatan Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) are underway. Great time to invest in future-ready healthcare hubs! 🌐💉 Details here:
BATU PAHAT (Jan 13): The Johor government welcomes international health and medical industry players who wish to invest in the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), thus making the sector a key contributor to the state’…
💉🏥 Malaysia’s public hospitals are overburdened, pushing patients toward pricey private care. Time to boost public healthcare funding and ease the strain! 🇲🇾💪
Lack of funding, chronic manpower shortages in government hospitals leave public dependent on private healthcare sector, civil society groups say.
Malaysia’s health system stuck in the last century? 🚨 A clinical advisor calls out MOH for outdated practices, ignoring Covid lessons, and working in silos. It’s time to push for value-based care and innovation! 💡 Full story:
Dr Abu Bakar Suleiman, clinical advisor to the health minister and MOH, says Malaysia's health care system is stuck in the last century. Calling MOH a "disaster", the ex-Health DG says MOH works in silos and that MOH didn't learn…