14,192 reports from 2017–2026, collected from the Malaysian Medical News Telegram channel.
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The Health Ministry confirms there are no plans to remove the death penalty from the Dangerous Drugs Act. 🚨💊 This decision reflects Malaysia’s ongoing stance in the fight against drug-related offenses.
The Ministry of Health currently has no plans to abolish the death penalty in the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, following amendments in 2017 and 2023 that removed its mandatory status for drug offences.
Sarawakians are getting slightly slimmer as Putrajaya declares a “war on sugar”! 🍬💪 With new health initiatives in place, Malaysia is tackling sugar intake to promote healthier lifestyles. 🏃♂️🌿
KUCHING, Oct 30 — Sarawak has emerged as having fewer overweight or obese citizens compared to other states despite a nationwide increase, said Sarawak Health Department director...
The Health Ministry designates Serdang Hospital as the National Heart Centre, with IJN now classified as a quasi-government entity. 🏥💓
MOH deputy secretary-geneneral (finance) Norazman Ayob says the ministry plans to establish Sultan Idris Shah Serdang Hospital as a National Heart Centre, in its bid to create centres of excellence under Rakan KKM. He describes I…
Pneumonia has overtaken heart disease as Malaysia’s leading cause of death in 2023, reports DOSM. 🦠💔 This shift highlights the urgent need for enhanced respiratory healthcare and preventive measures. 🏥
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 29 (Bernama) — Pneumonia emerged as the leading cause of death in Malaysia in 2023, with 18,181 recorded fatalities, said Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd...
IJN has been directed to switch government patients to generic drugs to cut costs. 💊💰 Will this shift improve healthcare affordability while maintaining quality treatment? 🏥
Putrajaya’s decision to retain pensioners at IJN comes at a price. MOH and MOF have directed IJN to replace originator drugs with generics for government patients to reduce MOH’s cost burden. Government patients include civil ser…
An MP is calling for a new hospital in Sungai Petani to address overcrowding issues. 🏥📈 With rising patient numbers, this move could bring much-needed relief to the area’s healthcare system. 💡
Dr Taufiq Johari says his constituents are forced to travel outside the district, and sometimes even out of state, to seek medical care.
Shine Muscat grapes get the all-clear in Malaysia! 🍇✅ Following recent concerns, authorities confirm they’re safe for consumption. Enjoy your fruit with peace of mind! 🌿
The health ministry says no excessive chemical residue was found on samples of Shine Muscat grapes tested.
Outcry over food safety in Malaysia! 🍽️🚨 Concerns are rising as more incidents highlight the need for stricter regulations and enforcement. Is enough being done to protect consumers? 🛑
PETALING JAYA: Dirty eateries and unhygienic practices in restaurants and food processing factories have come under the spotlight, with more of such incidents being reported nationwide.
The Health Ministry may amend laws to stop misuse of disability cards for avoiding punishment, says the Health Minister. ⚖️🛑 Ensuring fairness while protecting the rights of the disabled is key! 💡
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 — The Ministry of Health (MOH) is prepared to amend existing laws related to mental health to address cases where individuals deemed insane use the “mental...
Hospitals will be prioritized to resolve connectivity issues, says Minister Fahmi! 🏥📶 Ensuring strong digital infrastructure in healthcare facilities is key to improving patient care and efficiency. 💡✨
KUALA LUMPUR: Hospitals will be one of the seven areas to be given priority by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) on matter...
Malaysia’s healthcare system is undergoing a transformative shift, says the Health Minister! 🏥🚀 Major reforms are in the works to improve care quality and access for all citizens. Big changes ahead! 🌟
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's healthcare system is undergoing a transformative shift, moving towards a more patient-centric approach, says Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.
KPJ Healthcare has launched Malaysia’s first academic health system! 🎓🏥 This groundbreaking initiative integrates education and healthcare to improve research, training, and patient care. A huge leap forward! 🚀✨
KPJ Health System aims to transform hospitals into hubs of learning and discovery, enhancing both patient care and medical research.
Malaysia is set to prioritize spending on digitalizing its healthcare system! 📲🏥 The move aims to improve efficiency, accessibility, and patient outcomes through tech innovation. 💡✨
MALAYSIA plans to focus on digitalising the health-care system as it seeks to boost medical tourism and give remote villages access to services.
Budget 2025 falls short on addressing doctors’ welfare, says a Klang Valley medical officer. 🏥💼 With burnout and underpayment still major issues, is enough being done for healthcare workers? 😔
A Klang Valley medical officer slams the "pitiful" RM55-RM65 increase of the on-call allowance, noting that doctors often work 33 hours straight without rest. The new on-call rate of RM7.73 per hour is "insulting", as the MO warn…
Malaysia’s healthcare system is under pressure with 12% annual medical inflation. The push for value-based healthcare (VBHC) and pay-for-outcomes models could be the key to better outcomes and cost control. 🏥💡
Funding for Malaysia's healthcare system is currently under significant strain, with annual medical inflation rates of 12%, one of the highest in Southeast Asia. In July 2024, in response to the systemic issue of high medical inf…
#RakanKKM promises specialists an income on par with private hospitals! 🏥💼 Could this initiative help retain top talent in Malaysia’s public health system and improve patient care? 🤔💸
According to Rakan KKM's site, specialists in MOH will be able to earn “a similar level of extra income” under Rakan KKM to what they get from external locum in private hospitals. Health care workers other than specialist doctors…
The amendments to the Medical Act have been gazetted, marking the end of the parallel pathway debate! 🏥✅ This could reshape the future of medical training in Malaysia. Is this the breakthrough the sector needed? 🎓✨
Hundreds of specialists, denied listing by the Malaysian Medical Council previously, now qualify to be enrolled on the National Specialists Register.
An activist has slammed a KL hospital for allegedly treating a social worker with hostility. 😠🏥 Shouldn’t hospitals be places of care and compassion for everyone, including those who help others? 🤔💔
Yayasan Chow Kit co-founder Hartini Zainudin claims the hospital’s administrative staff had mistreated a social worker who was seeking urgent care for a refugee infant.
Early cancer diagnosis is now a top priority, says Lukanisman! 🎗️🏥 The focus on early detection could save countless lives in Malaysia. Are we ready for this critical health push? 💡💪
KUALA LUMPUR: Early diagnosis for cancer remains a top priority for clinical radiology services in the country.
Dangerous burnout rates are on the rise in Malaysia, and it’s time to act! 🏥😓 With workers facing extreme stress, what steps can be taken to prevent a nationwide health crisis? 🛑💼
Professor Glenn Hitchman highlights the urgent need to prioritise mental health at the workplace.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch series in Malaysia finally gets the Irregular Heart Rhythm Notification feature! ⌚❤️ A big win for health-conscious users—monitor your heart health on the go! 📲💪
Samsung has announced that the Irregular Heart Rhythm Notification (IHRN) feature has finally now been made available on the Samsung Health Monitor app in Malaysia. Coupled with the app’s existing Blood Pressure and Electrocardio…
How much will it cost the Health Ministry to continue funding pensioners at IJN? 💸🏥 With rising healthcare demands, the sustainability of this support is under scrutiny. Will it strain the budget or ensure better care? 🤔
MOH paid IJN Sdn Bhd RM606.5 million in 2023 for some 234,000 visits from 48,000 government-dependent patients. If MOF Inc approves IJN's fee hike of 10-40%, with pensioners set to stay at IJN, MOH may possibly pay RM660 million…