14,226 reports from 2017–2026, collected from the Malaysian Medical News Telegram channel.
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The MMA is furious the govt is bulldozing the drug price display rule without dialogue. Docs say it’s populist, not practical. Patients might pay more, not less. This fight is just beginning.
The Malaysian Medical Association says the move goes against the health minister’s commitment to revise long-stagnant GP fees first.
Malaysia officially closes the COVID-19 chapter today. No more DG Hisham briefings, daily updates or MySejahtera check-ins. A historic era ends, and a new one begins. Terima kasih, frontliners. https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/04/30/malaysia-closes-the-book-on-covid-19-tomorrow/175039 #EndemicEra #MalaysiaBoleh
KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 — Malaysia will officially revoke the extension order still declaring parts of the country as Covid-19 infected local zones tomorrow. The Health Ministry...
Pharmacies and clinics in Malaysia that fail to clearly display medicine prices could soon face fines up to RM100,000. MoH’s crackdown is real — transparency isn’t optional anymore. https://codeblue.galencentre.org/2025/04/failure-to-display-drug-prices-punishable-with-maximum-rm100000-fine/ #HealthPolicy #Malaysia
The drug price display order under KPDN for private health care facilities and pharmacies has been gazetted and is effective May 1. Contravention is punishable with max RM100,000 fine (for body corporate). There is a 3-month educ…
Malaysia made big gains in rural healthcare decades ago—but since then, progress has slowed. Urban gaps, ageing population, and chronic disease burden now threaten to reverse those early wins. Time for bold reform?
State-led investment in rural health infrastructure significantly improved national wellbeing but that momentum has long since faded by HIDAYATH
Patients deserve transparency. But the policy on mandatory drug price displays in Malaysia is still not finalised. Time for fairer healthcare. https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2025/04/30/policy-for-mandatory-drug-price-displays-not-yet-finalised-says-mma/ #healthcare #Malaysia #drugprices #MMA ⌛
The Malaysian Medical Association says the government has yet to gazette the policy.
Malaysia and Maldives are renewing their expired health cooperation agreement to boost healthcare ties and training! A new chapter for medical diplomacy begins today! ️
It reflects both countries’ commitment to high-quality, standards-based healthcare aligned with technological progress.
Six students in Kedah tested positive for Influenza A after falling ill. Schools must stay vigilant to prevent outbreaks, especially with flu season peaking. Stay safe and get vaccinated!
The health ministry says the six received treatment at the Sultan Abdul Halim Hospital in Sungai Petani before being discharged.
28 students at a Kuala Muda school struck by an influenza-like illness outbreak. Classes suspended for a week to curb the spread. Stay safe and monitor symptoms carefully! #HealthAlert
KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 — The Ministry of Health (MOH) has confirmed an outbreak of Influenza-Like Illness (ILI) at an educational institution in the Kuala Muda district of...
Public health over profits! FOMCA backs the vape ban, urging the government to prioritize people’s lives over industry pressure. It’s time to protect our future! #HealthFirst
Vape traders in Terengganu previously said the upcoming state-wide ban on the sale of vapes and e-cigarettes could see its 169 association members lose RM5 million monthly.
Strengthening public-private ties is key to better eye health in Malaysia, says Wan Azizah. Collaboration can bridge gaps in access and treatment! Let’s open our eyes to the future! ️
KUALA LUMPUR, April 26 — The responsibility of safeguarding Malaysia’s eye care is a shared endeavour, said Bandar Tun Razak MP Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail. The wife...
Malaysia’s malaria threat today isn’t from humans — it’s from macaques. Monkey malaria (Plasmodium knowlesi) is now the dominant cause, thanks to deforestation bringing humans and monkeys closer. Stay alert in forested areas! One bite can change everything. #MalariaAwareness
Zoonotic malaria poses a rising challenge in our country, especially with increasing deforestation and climate change.
36 years old and chasing her dream to be a doctor! Age is just a number when your heart is on fire. All the best to this inspiring woman!
KUALA LUMPUR: A 36-year-old entrepreneur is proving it is never too late to pursue your dreams, as she prepares to sit for the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination this year with hopes of entering the medical field.
Teens as young as 13 are getting HIV from sexual activity. Time for real talk, real education, and real protection. Silence is deadly. One life lost is one too many.
Those aged 20 to 29 years make up 44% of all HIV sufferers, says Malaysian AIDS Council's Dr Zaiton Yahaya.
Malaysian doctors are burning out at crisis levels, facing neglect, low pay, and toxic workplaces. It’s not just a health issue — it’s a national emergency that needs urgent action now. One day, it might be your life on the line.
The systemic neglect of Malaysian doctors has dire consequences, including suicide. But HKL has emerged as a leader in addressing doctors' welfare, writes Tajuddin Rosli. HKL has a dedicated space for staff to rest, counsellors f…
Finally! The govt is raising on-call allowances for healthcare workers after 12 years. A long-overdue move for those who keep the system running day and night! https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2025/04/24/govt-agrees-to-raise-on-call-allowance-for-healthcare-workers/ ⏰
Health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad says an announcement will be made ‘later’.
“I sang for free,” says Siti Nurhaliza, responding to online backlash over her performance at the Health Ministry’s Raya open house. She clarified no payment was received, and she supported the event voluntarily. https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/04/23/039i-sang-for-free039-siti-nurhaliza-clears-air-over-health-ministry-raya-open-house-performance 🎤
PETALING JAYA: Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza took to social media to clear the air over her performance at the Health Ministry's Raya open house on Wednesday (April 23).
Malaysia’s health system is embracing AI, big data & digital tech to boost patient care, says Health Minister. Innovation is no longer optional—it’s the heartbeat of modern medicine! #MedTech
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s healthcare future is shifting beyond traditional hospital settings, with innovation playing a key role in reshaping the nation’s medical landscape, according to Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahm…
62% of Malaysia’s medical officers say they’d rather quit than be posted outside their home state. A sobering stat that shows how broken the current placement system is. We risk losing talent if we don’t fix this soon. One word: reform.
A CodeBlue poll of over 900 medical officers shows that about 6 in 10 MOs prefer resigning from public service, if given a choice between serving away from their home state and quitting. To most doctors, family is more important…
A man was caught pretending to be a medical assistant at a Malaysian hospital. No qualifications, no registration, just vibes — and he even fooled some staff. The hospital has lodged a police report. Yikes!
The Perlis health department says the 23-year-old impostor had his own uniform and a bag of medical equipment.
MMA still waiting for a meeting with Health Minister over forced drug price display. Clinics aren’t pharmacies. GPs deserve fair consultation before rules are imposed. This isn’t transparency—it’s bureaucracy. One-size-fits-all doesn’t work in healthcare.
The Malaysian Medical Association reiterates support for price transparency but says it should be implemented under medical-specific laws.
Malaysian hospitals at risk: Fire audits reveal overloaded wiring, blocked exits, and expired extinguishers. Patients deserve better safety standards! Stay alert and demand action. https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/04/20/fire-hazards-at-hospitals 🔥
PETALING JAYA: A total of 102 notices were issued to healthcare facilities such as hospitals and clinics last year for non-compliance to fire safety measures.
More Malaysian doctors are quitting medicine—not just jobs, but the profession itself. Burnout, bureaucracy, and broken systems are driving our best minds away. Who will be left to care for us?
Melioidosis is a silent killer lurking in Malaysia’s soil — often misdiagnosed due to its ability to mimic other diseases. It can cause pneumonia, abscesses, and even death if untreated. Doctors say: Think soil, act fast. https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2025/04/1204455/melioidosis-great-mimicker-and-silent-killer-lurking-malaysias-soil #Melioidosis #PublicHealthAlert #Malaysia ⚠️
KUALA LUMPUR: With a sape in one hand and a stool in the other, Desmond Jak Maan sets up his “stage” along the Kuching waterfront, hoping to earn more from busking today than the day before.