Malaysia’s general practitioners feeling financial strain
Clinics have incurred regulatory charges following the medicine price display order, so patients may notice some adjustments in their clinic bills.
Ragananthini Vethasalam
Malaysian medical product manufacturers brace for possible fluid tariffs
According to the Health Ministry, Malaysia’s medical device exports to the United States were valued at RM13.69bil (US$3.07bil) in 2024, making up 36.97% of the country’s…
42-hour week is tough enough, say nurses in Malaysia
A 45-hour work week was supposed to come into effect on March 1 in line with a new directive under the Public Service Remuneration System. The Health Ministry (KKM), however, has…
One year training proposed in only six departments for trainee doctors in Malaysia
The training period was increased to two years in 2007. If the proposals are accepted, the rotation of house officers to anaesthesiology, psychiatric and primary care units would…
Vaping ban won’t stop addiction, says Malaysian Health Minister
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said with new regulations, rather than a ban, on smoking products, the government will be able to monitor and prevent sales to minors.
Malaysia’s long-awaited Health Service Commission can help tackle manpower issues, say experts
Former deputy health minister Datuk Dr Lee Boon Chye said the commission would grant the ministry greater flexibility in hiring, setting salary schemes and managing promotions,…
Malaysian diabetics face medicine shortage as slimming craze thins supply of Ozempic
Checks showed that Ozempic-based weight loss packages are also being promoted by aesthetic clinics.
Insurance premiums in Malaysia face scrutiny as hike comes amid record profits by private hospitals, insurers
It was earlier reported that medical insurance premiums are expected to rise by between 40% and 70% next year, based on notices sent by insurance providers to policyholders.
Malaysia part of group working on UN draft resolution mulling removal of Israel’s membership
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said it will also seek advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice on international agencies and UN agencies presence and activities in…
Malaysian Health Ministry to roll out amended specialist registration regulations within ‘reasonable timeframe’
The amendments to the Medical Act were passed following public debates and contention within the medical fraternity. This comes as a much-needed resolution to the conflict…