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Do government hospitals sleep? A reality many don't see " Naveen Nair Gangadaran
21+ hour, 28+ min ago (562+ words) APRIL 15 " It still surprises me. Every now and then, I meet someone who asks a question that makes me pause." "Doctor, specialists only come on certain days, right? ," "After midnight, there won't be doctors around" correct? "If I go to…...
Miri records highest API in Sarawak as bush, peat fires continue to burn
18+ hour, 13+ min ago (188+ words) Elsewhere, three stations " Serian (70), "Bintulu "(59) and Samalaju (58) " also recorded moderate air quality, while the rest of Sarawak showed good air quality with API readings below 50. In contrast, neighbouring Kuala Belait in Brunei recorded an API of 23 at 9am, reflecting good air…...
Perak faces medical officer shortfall as doctor-to-population ratio lags national level
15+ hour, 31+ min ago (429+ words) IPOH, April 15 " Perak continues to face a shortage of medical officers with its doctor-to-population ratio falling below the national average, the State Legislative Assembly was told today. Perak Human Resources, Health, Indian Community Affairs and National Integration Committee chairman Datuk…...
Sarawak trials edible rabies vaccines to boost immunisation for free-roaming dogs
5+ day, 23+ hour ago (521+ words) KUCHING, April 10 " Sarawak has begun distributing oral rabies vaccine (ORV) bait to free-roaming dogs as part of efforts to strengthen rabies control measures in the state. During the ORV briefing and training programme held near the Padawan Municipal Council (MPP)…...
Study finds exposure to extreme heat linked to low birth weight in babies
1+ week, 6+ day ago (278+ words) CANBERRA, April 2 " Exposure to extreme heat is increasing the risk of babies being born underweight, according to new research led by the University of Adelaide, reported Xinhua. The study analysed health data from more than 85, 000 mothers and babies in Pakistan,…...
New Sarawak cancer hospital aims to serve patients across Borneo; design complete, tender next
3+ day, 17+ hour ago (467+ words) KUCHING, April 12 " The proposed Sarawak Cancer Centre is expected to commence construction in 2027 following the completion of its design phase, said Deputy Health Minister Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib. She said the project has already completed its design stage and is…...
Diabetes-linked kidney diseases on the rise, costs Malaysia RM3. 3b a year, says health minister
4+ day, 2+ hour ago (394+ words) SHAH ALAM, April 12 " The cost of treating end-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD) in Malaysia has surged sharply from RM572 million in 2020 to RM3. 3 billion annually at present, following a steady rise in cases each year. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad…...
Pharmacists call for buffer stock and stronger local production to secure Malaysia's medicine supply
3+ day, 9+ hour ago (600+ words) KUALA LUMPUR, April 13" The move to require pharmaceutical companies to report potential medicine supply shortages at least six months in advance, starting July 1, has been described as proactive and capable of strengthening the country's supply amid global uncertainty. Malaysian Pharmacists…...
Diabetes-linked kidney diseases on the rise, cost Malaysia RM3. 3b a year, says health minister
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (394+ words) SHAH ALAM, April 12 " The cost of treating end-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD) in Malaysia has surged sharply from RM572 million in 2020 to RM3. 3 billion annually at present, following a steady rise in cases each year. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad…...
The illusion of coverage " Nur Balqis Zahirah Ali, Ng Rui Jie and Rumana Akhter Saifi
4+ day, 1+ hour ago (637+ words) APRIL12 " Have you ever assumed that having private health insurance means you are financially protected when illness strikes? For many Malaysians, private health insurance (PHI) is seen as a safety net. It promises faster access to treatment, more comfortable facilities, and…...