January 8, 2026
PETALING JAYA – Doctors are advising against an operation on Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad to treat his fractured hip because he is over 100 years old, says his son Datuk Seri Mukhriz Mahathir.
In a video posted on social media on Wednesday (Jan 7), he said the former prime minister fell and fractured his hip when during his morning exercise on the balcony.
Mukhriz said his father would need to be hospitalised for two to three weeks.
“Due to his age of 100 years, an operation is not a wise option.
“His will need some time for him to recover.
“I thank everyone, including strangers, who texted their well wishes to the family,” said Mukhriz.
On Tuesday, Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir said her father’s fracture was “serious but not life threatening.”
“For his age, everything is relative… he’s fine,” said Marina.
Over the years, Dr Mahathir has had at least two major heart surgeries, including a quadruple bypass in 2007.