KL Wellness City Commits Funds to Tackle Nursing Shortage in Malaysia
KL Wellness City spearheads an effort to sponsor nursing students’ education, tackling Malaysia’s projected nursing staff shortage head-on. According to Ministry of Health data, this shortage is anticipated to persist beyond 2030, resulting in significant deficits in meeting healthcare demand and population healthcare needs. By 2030, it is forecasted that there will be a substantial shortfall of 57.9% of nurses to address healthcare demands and 61.9% based on population healthcare needs. Despite efforts such as full quota student intake scenarios, where maximum student intake is considered for diploma, degree, and PSL programmes, the gap between projected supply and requirement is expected to decrease by 2025 and 2030. However, the challenge of meeting the demand for nurses remains formidable, underscoring the pressing need for proactive measures to address this ongoing shortage.
The official signing of the Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) between KL Wellness City, graced by YB Datuk Seri Dr. Haji Dzulkefly Ahmad, Minister of Health, and Dato’ Dr. Colin Lee, Managing Director of KL Wellness City, and various educational institutions underscores the commitment to this crucial initiative. Furthermore, KL Wellness City unveils its flagship KL International Hospital Sdn Bhd within a pioneering township, emphasising integrated healthcare and wellness. Detailed updates on the development project and the hospital were shared during a subsequent media conference, highlighting the organisation’s dedication to advancing healthcare infrastructure and services in Malaysia.
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