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Malaysia’s obesity crisis is more than just a weight issue — it’s a ticking time bomb for kidney failure! High BMI = high risk of diabetes & hypertension = damaged kidneys Prevention starts with awareness & lifestyle change!
Obesity strains the kidneys through chronic inflammation, oxidative stress, increased blood pressure and insulin resistance.
A new antibiotic-resistant superbug has been discovered in a Malaysian hospital — and it’s showing resistance to even the last-resort drugs. Hospitals need stronger infection control. The world needs new antibiotics NOW. Scary stuff.
A virulent strain of antibiotic-resistant 'superbug' that causes severe disease has been found circulating in a Malaysian hospital - posing significant challenges to global public health, a new study reveals.
Gas explosion in Putra Heights shook a neighbourhood — now MERCY Malaysia is stepping in to heal invisible wounds with mental health care for survivors and first responders. Heroes helping heroes.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 — Mercy Malaysia is providing mental health support in the aftermath of yesterday's tragic gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, Subang Jaya, which...
Our hearts go out to the victims of the pipeline fire and their families. Some are in critical condition. Stay strong!
SERDANG: Several victims of the gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights have arrived at the Sultan Idris Shah Hospital, some of whom are in critical condition.
Malaysia has only 39 geriatricians for over 2 million senior citizens… and many hospitals don’t even have one. The Health Ministry says this will change under the 13MP! Let’s give our elders the care they deserve.
PETALING JAYA: As there are only 67 geriatric specialists serving the entire country, the Health Ministry has taken certain measures to ensure that elderly care remains accessible.
Malaysia’s elderly population is growing fast—but are we ready to care for them? We need more geriatricians, better training, and stronger support systems to close the #GeriatricCare gap. Let’s act before it’s too late.
PETALING JAYA: Delays in geriatric care and a strained healthcare system are some of the potential repercussions that Malaysia would have to face if it is unable to produce enough geriatric specialists to meet the needs of an age…
11 new rabies cases in Sarawak this month. Authorities are urging pet owners to vaccinate their pets — it’s the only way to stop this deadly virus from spreading. Don’t wait till it’s too late.
KUCHING, March 29 — The Sarawak Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory has detected 11 new rabies cases in March, with multiple bite incidents involving stray and free-roaming pet dogs...
Sandakan Hospital just launched a colorectal cancer awareness program! Early screening saves lives — don’t wait for symptoms. Get checked, stay healthy! #CancerAwareness #HealthFirst
KOTA KINABALU: In an effort to reduce late-stage colorectal cancer diagnoses, the Duchess of Kent Hospital (HDOK) in Sandakan has introduced a fast-track referral initiative and awareness campaign across the Sandakan zone.
4 MOH hospitals in Malaysia are getting new-gen LINAC machines to boost cancer treatment access & precision care! Big leap for public healthcare!
Four MOH hospitals are getting new-generation LINAC machines for radiotherapy: two for IKN and one each for HKL, Sabah Women and Children's Hospital, and SGH. The new LINAC machine at HSI in JB cut waiting times for radiotherapy…
Doctors are done waiting. Hartal Doktor Kontrak just marched to the Finance Minister’s office to demand fair wages, permanent posts & proper recognition. The pressure is on.
HDK met with Anwar Ibrahim's pol-sec to raise issues like medical officers' ePlacements and on-call allowance, and the 45-hour work week for nurses and MAs. HDK was told at another meeting with Dr Dzul's aide that MOH won't reins…
Malaysia spends only 4% of GDP on public healthcare — far below the 6–7% average of similar economies. Underfunding remains a critical issue, says Malaysian Re in MIH 2025.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- Underfunding in Malaysia’s public health sector remains a key challenge, with healthcare expenditure standing at about four per cent of gross domestic product (GDP), according to Malaysian Rein…
Great news for Johor’s healthcare workers! 👏 26,000 workers to receive RM100 Duit Raya each as a gesture of appreciation for their hard work! 🎉💰 #HealthcareHeroes #Johor #DuitRaya
ISKANDAR PUTERI: The Johor government will give RM100 in duit raya each to more than 26,000 healthcare workers in the state.
No more buying contact lenses or optical devices online in Malaysia! New ban just dropped — only licensed optometrists and opticians can sell them now. Looks like it’s back to brick-and-mortar for your eyes! Details:
KUALA LUMPUR: The Medical Device Authority (MDA) has banned the online sale of optical devices and contact lenses on e-commerce platforms to protect the health and safety of users' vision, says its chief executive Dr P. Muralitha…
ePlacement system for contract doctors set to reopen between May & June! Long-awaited news for many hoping for permanent posts in MOH. Fingers crossed for a smoother, fairer placement this time!
Health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad says the new ePlacement system is fairer and is not based on the ‘first-come, first-served’ method.
Apple Watch getting sleep apnea detection, and AirPods Pro may soon double as certified hearing aids! These health upgrades are coming to Malaysia too—your Apple gear’s about to get way more medical
Apple has introduced two new health features in Malaysia, expanding its suite of wellness tools for Apple Watch and AirPods Pro 2 users.
Malaysia dodged a bullet with COVID—but experts warn we’re not ready for the next pandemic. Complacency now could cost lives later. Time to fix the cracks before it’s too late.
IT has been five years since the Covid-19 pandemic began, but health experts say Malaysia could struggle to effectively deal with any similar outbreaks unless investments in pandemic preparedness are made. If followed through, ho…
Malaysia’s cancer crisis is real: just 1 oncologist for every 277 patients. That’s not a gap — it’s a chasm. The system is overwhelmed. We need urgent action now.
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia is facing a serious shortage of cancer or oncology facilities and specialists, particularly in government hospitals.
Malaysia’s health shake-up is here DRGs, revamped insurance, Rakan KKM “premium economy” care — @DrDzul is flipping the script on private medical inflation & future-proofing healthcare for ALL Malaysians Value-based, sustainable, bold.
As our nation advances economically and ages rapidly, health is increasingly one of the foremost concerns for Malaysians. I am deeply concerned about the rising costs of private healthcare, as access to affordable, quality health…
IGP sounds the alarm: Thai beauty & health products flooding in illegally — unregistered, untested, unsafe! Don’t gamble with your health for a cheap fix. You’ve been warned.
Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain says influencers and entrepreneurs put consumers at risk by not getting health ministry approval.
Life insurers & takaful firms in Malaysia are feeling the pinch — profits down as medical claims soar! Healthcare inflation is real, and it’s hitting the bottom line hard. Time to rethink coverage & costs?
Bank Negara Malaysia says profitability has plunged by half as medical payouts have surged to RM6.2 billion.
Dr James Jeremiah drops a bombshell — blames MOH as the primary architect of Malaysia’s medical hyperinflation! Sparks are flying in the healthcare world
Dr James Jeremiah blames MOH for being the "primary architect" of medical hyperinflation, citing Pharmaniaga's monopoly in drug procurement, overregulation raising private facilities' operating costs, and inefficiency/bloat in pu…
Malaysia’s healthcare system is broken, says Tajuddin Rosli — calling for a total MOH overhaul due to inefficiency, outdated systems & zero reform. When the rakyat speaks, will anyone listen?
Tajuddin Rosli urges an overhaul of MOH top leadership to prevent a sinking ship from completely sinking. He says it's futile promoting a deputy DG to replace DG Radzi upon retirement, urging out-of-the-box thinking like in the a…
Medical insurance premiums are going up again… thanks to a surge in claims and rising hospital costs! Time to stay healthy or go broke! Welcome to 2025, where even getting sick is a luxury.
Prudential Malaysia says the average number of claims has risen by 19.6% compared with a year ago.
3 out of 4 flood-hit clinics in Johor are now back in action! Health services from Kangkar Tebrau have been moved to Majidee for now. Stay safe and dry, folks!
KUALA SELANGOR, March 23 — The Health Ministry announced that three of four clinics in Johor that were affected by recent floods have resumed operations. Its minister, Datuk...