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Get flu jab 1 month before overseas travel, says MMA

Doctors caution that weather changes can easily weaken the immune system.

Dzulkefly: About 200,000 influenza vaccine doses to be available soon | Malay Mail

PETALING JAYA, Jan 18 — About 200,000 influenza vaccine doses are being brought into the country this month and the next, to meet high demand for the immunisation. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said 16,800 doses a…

First Junior Doctor Terminations Hit Sarawak

SUPP claims the government is prioritising West Malaysia in permanent positions for medical and dental officers.

Health Ministry asked to explain after abrupt termination of four MOs' contract

Avoid influenza vaccines sold online, says pharmaceutical regulator

KUANTAN: The National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency has advised the public not to be fooled into buying influenza vaccines from online sellers as it is illegal and can pose health risks if consumed without the doctor's advised.

Buyout firm Affinity weighs sale of Island Hospital - The Edge Markets

KUALA LUMPUR (Jan 17): Affinity Equity Partners Ltd is considering selling Island Hospital Bhd, a medical hospital in Malaysia, according to people with knowledge of the matter.The buyout firm is working with an adviser on the po…

Influenza outbreak: 53 Pahang students, three teachers infected

KUANTAN: A total of 56 people have been diagnosed with influenza across Pahang as of today – up from 37 on Wednesday.

Selangor records highest number of influenza cases among students | Malay Mail

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 — Influenza cases involving school children have continued to rise, with Selangor recording the highest number at 717. Selangor Education Department director Dr Mahanom Mat Sam said the 717 cases had been det…

Health Ministry to mull proposal for lemongrass straws in hospitals | Malay Mail

IPOH, Jan 17 — Deputy Health Minister Dr Lee Boon Chye today welcomed Kemubu Agricultural Development Authority (KADA) chairman Husam Musa’s suggestion to replace plastic straws with those made from lemongrass at public hospitals…

Health clinics at unsafe, unsuitable locations to close, says deputy minister | Malay Mail

IPOH, Jan 17 — Health clinics found unsafe and unsuitable in terms of locations will be closed down, said Deputy Health Minister Dr Lee Boon Chye. He said several health clinics were seen as not meeting specifications and failed…

Formulate social health insurance framework, think tank urges govt

Galen Centre says the framework could pool funds and risks across the nation and ensure those in need are medically covered.

Health Ministry to review clinics in rural areas to optimise services | Malay Mail

IPOH, Jan 17 — Deputy Health Minister Dr Lee Boon Chye today said that the ministry will look at the number of health clinics around the country and decide whether they should continue operations or be shut down. Dr Lee said this…

‘Healthcare supposed to be the right of all citizens and not a luxury’

PETALING JAYA: With demand for healthcare services and medicines increasing due to the longer life expectancy of Malaysians, consumer groups and exper...

Influenza situation in Malaysia not linked to outbreak in Wuhan, says Health D-G

Handbook to help improve mental health literacy

A new handbook on mental health is invaluable to patients and their caregivers, friends and families, writes Syida Lizta Amirul Ihsan.

Be careful of conflicts of interest in healthcare

When you receive health advice from non-medical professionals, consider carefully whether the person giving the advice will benefit financially from it.

Sabah needs more than 100,000 polio vaccines to contain outbreak

SANDAKAN: Sabah needs more than 100,000 polio vaccines to prevent the spread of the virus.

Insurance companies announce higher premiums as healthcare costs go up

Health Minister Can U-Turn Unless Parliament Approves Doctors' Fee Deregulation

Healthcare predictions for 2020, from infectious diseases to medical technology

Our columnist looks into his crystal ball and offers some thoughts as to how the state of healthcare in Malaysia will turn out this coming year.

Johor outpatients can pick up medicine at malls, from May

This will be one of the ways to reduce congestion and cut the people’s waiting time, says state exco Aminolhuda Hassan.

See doctors before taking antiviral medicine, flu patients told

The health ministry says unsupervised use could result in ineffective treatment outcomes.

The Powerlessness Of Our Welfare Department -- Dr Amar-Singh HSS Et Al

The sad reality in Malaysia is the Welfare Department has failed its child protection role.

Sabah healthcare workers doing good job in a challenging environment

Sabah's healthcare staff deliver much needed healthcare daily in the most challenging of environments and situations.