Public Accounts Committee to Present Report on Health Insurance Premiums and Private Hospital Charges
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is set to begin its closed-door proceedings regarding the increase in health insurance premiums, private hospital charges, and their impact on...
Driver of Perodua Axia Spotted Repeatedly Circling Mahkota Roundabout, Undergoes Mental Health Treatment
The driver of the Perodua Axia, who gained sudden fame for repeatedly circling the Mahkota roundabout in Kluang, Johor, is currently undergoing mental health treatment.
Background of the...
The Potential of Artificial Intelligence in Malaysia's Healthcare System
Enhancing Screening and Diagnostics
Artificial intelligence (AI) holds significant potential in Malaysia's healthcare system, particularly in enhancing screening and diagnostics. This was highlighted by Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni during...
Eye Care Experts Urge Education Ministry to Prioritize Eye Health in Primary Schools
PETALING JAYA: Two eye care specialists have called on the education ministry to prioritize eye health in primary schools to reduce myopia among children.
Myopia: A Growing Concern
Myopia,...
Health Ministry Launches Probe into Racially-Charged Bullying at Government Hospital
The Ministry of Health has launched an investigation into allegations of racially-charged bullying among doctors and a toxic work culture at a government hospital in Sabah.
Background
The allegations were shared on...
Harnessing 5G Technology for Better Health Services
Improving Health Literacy and Quality of Care
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has launched the Future Health for All (FH4A) pilot programme, which aims to leverage the potential of 5G network to...
Health Ministry Warns Public: Mercury-Containing Cosmetics Product Banned
Background
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has issued a statement urging the public to avoid using a cosmetic product known as "White Horse Gluta Seaweed Night Cream" manufactured by JL Fara, a company...
Galen Centre Slams Proposed Shift System for Public Healthcare Workers
The Galen Centre for Health and Social Policy has expressed its strong opposition to a proposed shift system for public healthcare workers, which aims to limit their working hours to...
Health Ministry to Launch Digital Platform for Healthcare Worker Placement Exchange
Platform Aimed at Reducing Burnout Among Overworked Staff
The Malaysian Health Ministry is set to launch a digital platform for the mutual exchange of placements among healthcare workers in the...
Government and Stakeholders Contribute RM60 Million to Accelerate Health Reforms
PETALING JAYA: The government, along with insurance and takaful operators and private hospitals, will contribute RM60 million to accelerate health reforms, says Bank Negara Malaysia.
Funding for Diagnosis-Related Group Pricing System...
