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Doctors say clinics aren’t retail shops. Gov says show your medicine prices. The standoff over price tag rules heats up as GPs push back, citing workflow chaos. Who should blink first? ️
KUALA LUMPUR, April 19 — Malaysia’s private doctors have strongly opposed a new government rule requiring clinics to display medicine prices, warning it could harm patients,...
May 1: All Malaysian private clinics & hospitals must label med prices. No more bill shock 🩺
PUTRAJAYA, April 18 — The government will proceed with the implementation of the Medicine Price Transparency Mechanism on May 1, said Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister...
Health Minister says states can ban vape/e‑cig sales via local councils. Use the power, safeguard Malaysians before Act 852 enforcement on Oct 1 🚭
KUALA LUMPUR: State governments have the authority to ban the sale of vape or e-cigarettes, through local councils, says Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.
Health DG tells hospitals: keep housemen in internal medicine confined to main wards. It’s about training, not filling gaps—sparking debate on manpower and exposure. 🚑
Health DG Radzi, in a circular dated April 11, ordered house officers in internal medicine to be placed only in main wards. They are barred from subspecialty units or cluster hospitals. Housemen are for training purposes, not to…
Malaysia is gearing up to lead ASEAN’s healthcare future with MIH Megatrends 2025: AI‑driven care, sustainable hospitals, value‑based health, global experts converging 25‑27 Nov at KLCC. Watch this space 🚀
KUALA LUMPUR, April 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is poised to strengthen its position as a regional leader in healthcare transformation and innovation through the Malaysia International Health (MIH) Megatrends 2025 conference, said H…
Penang sees a 150% spike in hand, foot and mouth disease after Hari Raya. Crowds, close contact, and poor hygiene = perfect storm for viral spread. Parents, time to boost those hygiene habits!
Deputy IGP says more states should ban vapes to protect public health. Time for a nationwide stance before it’s too late? One bad puff can lead to a lifetime of regret. #BanVapesNow #MalaysiaHealth https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2025/04/17/more-states-should-ban-vapes-says-deputy-igp/ 🚭
Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay says the devices are increasingly linked to the abuse of new synthetic drugs.
Malaysia’s mission to set up a field hospital in Myanmar has been put on hold due to security concerns. The humanitarian aid plan was approved—but instability in Rakhine state has paused the deployment. A stark reminder that in conflict zones, even healing must wait.
TAPAH: The mission to deploy medical officers to Myanmar to set up a field hospital, which was scheduled to depart yesterday, has been postponed at the request of Myanmar's authorities, says Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Ha…
AI can assist, but doctors remain the final decision-makers in patient care. Responsibility stays human—even as tech gets smarter. One expert said: “AI is like a stethoscope—powerful, but only in a clinician’s hands.”
Doctors remain legally responsible for AI-assisted medical decisions, say experts. Without AI-specific regulations in Malaysia, liability falls on clinicians. “If AI makes a mistake, who goes to court—the developers, the non-sent…
Obesity and diabetes are fuelling a silent epidemic of liver disease in Malaysia—often undetected until it’s too late. Fatty liver isn’t just about the liver anymore; it’s a warning sign of what’s to come. Wake-up call for all.
Experts warn that Malaysia’s growing metabolic health crisis is fuelling a sharp rise in fatty liver disease, with long-term consequences for national healthcar...
Rare diseases affect millions of Malaysians — yet most remain undiagnosed or untreated due to lack of access, awareness, and specialists. It’s a silent crisis we can’t ignore anymore. https://www.malaymail.com/news/life/2025/04/17/rare-diseases-in-malaysia-the-hidden-crisis-few-are-talking-about/172292 #RareDisease #Malaysia #Healthcare 💔
One million Malaysians are affected by rare diseases, but the exact number remains unclear due to the lack of a national patient registry. Malaysia faces significant challenges...
Too few palliative doctors in Malaysia; many are pulled back to internal medicine. We’re 62/80 globally for quality of dying. Time to prioritise end‑of‑life care 🚨
Hospis Malaysia CEO Dr Ednin Hamzah says many palliative specialists in Malaysia can't work full-time in the field, as some hospitals only have one palliative medicine specialist. “Half their time is spent on internal medicine, l…
Sabah’s top health official says the state hasn’t been aggressive enough in tackling long-standing healthcare issues—like rural access and staffing. Time to stop playing catch-up and start leading from the front. One life lost is one too many. https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/news/256198/health-sabah-not-aggressive-enough/ #SabahHealth #MalaysiaHealth #RuralCare ❤️🩹
Kota Kinabalu: Sabah deserves better from the Federal Government in terms of health equity where everyone should have the chance to be as healthy as possible.
O&G tops the chart for medico-legal disputes in govt hospitals, followed by emergency, orthopaedics, internal med. Staffing shortages + burnout may be fueling risk. Time to protect both patients and doctors!
Obstetrics & gynaecology cases make up most medicolegal complaints in government hospitals, with multimillion-ringgit lawsuits in recent years, says a doctor at Selayang Hospital's medicolegal unit. Surgical and emergency medicol…
Severely understaffed. Overworked MOs covering 9 depts. 1 doc left handling entire medical ward alone. Gua Musang Hospital’s situation is not sustainable. When will rural healthcare get the support it needs?
A medical officer says the upgrade of Gua Musang Hospital to a minor specialist hospital did not come with sufficient doctors, nurses, or radiographers. MOs do 12-13 on-calls a month. Recent MO and MA permanent placements left th…
Kudos to SJMC for swift action in the highway crash response—patients stabilised, trauma care top notch. Private hospitals can deliver in emergencies too! https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2025/04/15/sjmc-handled-victims-well 🏥
PETALING JAYA: On the second day of Hari Raya, emergency physician Dr Paranthaman Kaneson did not expect a critical situation to unfold at the Subang Jaya Medical Centre (SJMC) where people were rushed in with serious burns and…
KPJ’s new specialist hospital in Kuala Selangor is raising the bar for accessible private healthcare outside Klang Valley. More specialists, shorter wait times, and closer to home. A game-changer for the region! https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2025/04/14/kpj-healthcare-redefines-accessible-healthcare-in-kuala-selangor-with-new-specialist-hospital/ 🏥
The opening of its 30th hospital will offer a wide range of services across multiple disciplines, supported by advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies.
Unlicensed contact lenses & optical devices flooding the market: 48 complaints since March! MDA’s warning is clear—buy only from licensed sellers to protect your eyes! See better, shop smarter! 👁️
KUALA LUMPUR: The Medical Device Authority (MDA) received 48 complaints about the sale, advertising and marketing of unlicensed optical devices and contact lenses since the ban on online sales came into effect in March.
Less than 5% of Malaysians survive out-of-hospital cardiac arrests. That means 95% never make it to the hospital alive. We need more CPR training, AEDs, and public awareness—fast. https://codeblue.galencentre.org/2025/04/malaysias-out-of-hospital-cardiac-arrest-survival-below-5-study/ ❤️🩹
A study shows low survival to hospital admission for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest in Malaysia at 4.8% overall: Penang (6.7%), Klang Valley (4%), Sarawak (1.3%). Median time from arrest to 999 call: 20 min, median time for ambul…
US tariffs could drive up costs of medical devices and drugs in Malaysia, warns MOH. Local supply chains at risk. Diversification now a national priority. Healthcare can’t afford to wait.⚠️
Malaysia exported RM13.7 billion worth of medical devices to the US in 2024 (US accounts for 37% of total global exports). Dr Dzul also says the cost of drugs and medical devices imported by Malaysia will rise if APIs/components…
US tariff pause = global uncertainty. Malaysia isn’t waiting around — it’s actively diversifying healthcare supply chains to protect patients & meds. Smart move. Future-proofing starts now. https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/04/14/dzulkefly-malaysia-preparing-to-diversify-healthcare-supply-chains-as-us-tariff-pause-creates-uncertainty/173069 #healthcare #resilience #Malaysia 🇲🇾
KUALA SELANGOR, April 14 — Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the Ministry of Health (MOH) is taking steps to safeguard Malaysia’s healthcare industry amid...
Hospital security isn’t a joke — after viral baby abduction claims, MOH will tighten SOPs for all facilities. Safety of patients and newborns must come first. One breach is one too many.
PUTRAJAYA: The Health Ministry will enhance its security control standard operating procedures (SOP) at all hospitals to prevent any untoward incidents, says Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.
Hospital denies wild claim that twin babies were abducted by a doctor. No missing twins, no police report, just viral misinformation. Let’s not let fake news go untreated. https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2025/04/12/hospital-denies-twin-babies-abducted-by-doctor-claim/ 👶
Pahang health department refutes allegations, says there is also no such doctor at the Kuala Lipis Hospital.