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MOH calls for collaboration to combat rising CKD cases
The Health Ministry (MOH) is always open to working with any party to reduce the increasing number of chronic kidney patients in the country. Health deputy director-general (Medicine) Datuk Dr Nor Azimi Yunus said the number of chronic kidney patients […]
Healthcare Affordability Is No Longer Just a “Low-Income” Issue
Contributors: Dr Tan Chih Kiang, Consultant Clinical Oncologist from Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara / Dr Araya Adulbhan, Medical Oncologist, National Cancer Institute of Thailand/ Shahad Safaa, Global Head of Access Solutions, Axios International The demand for better-quality healthcare is rising. […]
HK and US scientists identify new gene linked to rare neurodevelopmental disorder
Researchers from the LKS Faculty of Medicine at the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) and international genetic scientists have identified a new gene, DDX39B, linked to a rare neurodevelopmental disorder. Using multi-omics analysis, they discovered that mutations in this gene […]
MOH allows specialists, retired health workers to continue serving under ‘Rakan KKM’ programme
Specialists and newly retired healthcare personnel can extend their service in Health Ministry hospitals under the ‘Rakan KKM’ programme, which aims to balance personal needs with professional commitments while ensuring sufficient specialist coverage. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad […]
Improving care for children battling cancer
In conjunction with International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD 25), which fell on Saturday, seven Malaysian childhood cancer support groups launched Childhood Cancer Malaysia (CCM), a new coalition dedicated to improving care and outcomes for children battling the disease. It comprises […]
ITRMC acquires Philippines’ first helium-free MRI in Gov’t healthcare
The Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center (ITRMC) in the Philippines has become the first government hospital in the country to acquire a helium-free magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine, enhancing diagnostic precision while promoting sustainability. The state-of-the-art 1.5 Tesla MRI, […]
Japan’s flu cases surge; travel warnings and treatment options take focus
“Flu” takes the spotlight Before Korean pop, or K-pop, there was the Flower 4, or F4—a group of four wealthy, handsome, yet haughty boys from the internationally acclaimed 2001 TV series,Meteor Garden, a live-action adaptation of the Japanese manga, Boys […]
Penang’s obesity rate higher than national average
Penang has recorded a higher obesity rate than the national average, raising concerns about public health in the state, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. In a report by The Star, he said that 56.5% of Penangites are […]
Dementia Among Asians: What’s Behind the Growing Cases?
Dementia is a significant concern in Asia, with the highest number of cases reported in the region. Asia is currently reporting the highest number of dementia cases, with 22.9 million individuals affected, which is more than double the number reported […]
Some flu shots out of stock, but more arriving soon – Dzulkefly
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad said there was no cause for worry over the shortage of certain flu vaccines, explaining that alternatives were available and resupplies were set to arrive next month. According to The Star, the minister also […]
