Public-Private Collab Sought on Malaysia’s Looming Nursing Shortage
Malaysia’s Health Minister, Dr. Dzulkefly Ahmad, warns of a looming 60% shortage of nurses by 2030. He advocates for a joint effort between public and private sectors to tackle this issue. Dr. Ahmad emphasizes the significance of nurses in healthcare and endorses private sector initiatives to enhance nursing education.
Related: KL Wellness City Commits Funds to Tackle Nursing Shortage in Malaysia
At an event, a significant partnership worth RM25 million toward nursing education was announced between KL Wellness City and six colleges and universities, namely, MAIWP International University College (UCMI), International Medical College (IMC), International Medical University (IMU), Adventist College of Nursing & Health Sciences, Lincoln University College (LUC), and the Oriental Nilam College. This collaboration aims to alleviate the nursing shortage and ensure adequate healthcare staffing for Malaysia’s future needs.
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