Category: MJN enews
One in four specialists mulling exit from public service – Schomos
Nearly one in four government specialists whose applications for sub-specialist training were rejected, are considering leaving public service, according to a survey by the section concerning house officers, medical officers and specialists (Schomos). Schomos, which operates under the Malaysian Medical […]
Leukaemia early diagnostics and the importance of timely care
Leukaemia, a cancer of the blood and bone marrow, remains among the top 10 most common cancers in Malaysia. The disease broadly falls into two categories: acute and chronic. Acute forms develop quickly and require prompt diagnosis and treatment, while […]
Malaysian govt studying nationwide rollout of free medicine delivery
He said the programme would be fully funded by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and MOH, meaning patients would no longer have to pay for medicine deliveries. “The service will be managed and borne entirely by MCMC and […]
Three generations, two battles: How dengue stole what mattered most
For many, dengue is still seen as a seasonal illness, something familiar, even routine. But the reality is that dengue can strike any family, at any time of year, and can escalate quickly into a severe and life-altering condition. For […]
Dengue cases rise 20.7% nationwide, says Dzulkefly
Dengue cases nationwide rose 20.7% to 33,367 as of June 13 (epidemiological week 23), compared with 27,640 cases recorded during the corresponding period last year. Health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad said the situation in Sabah was more concerning, with the state […]
Care standards for elderly and disabled to launch in October
The National Care Standards for Older Persons and Persons with Disabilities is expected to be launched in October this year as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen Malaysia’s care economy framework. Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy […]
MOH confirms malaria cases in Terengganu
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has confirmed 17 malaria cases were reported in Terengganu between January and May this year, but stressed that all infections were imported and the situation remains under control. The clarification follows the circulation of an […]
S’wak seeks China collaboration in medical education to tackle doctor shortage
Sarawak is looking to strengthen collaboration with China in healthcare, medical education and talent development as it seeks to address a shortage of about 2,000 doctors and build a highly skilled workforce for the future, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar […]
Malaysia’s health ministry moves to block 4 websites selling vape products online
The health ministry has submitted requests to the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission to block four websites for the online advertising and sale of vape products suspected of violating the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024. In […]
KPJ Kluang first hospital in Southern Region to perform Farapulse heart procedure
The KPJ Kluang Specialist Hospital (KPJ Kluang) made history when it became the first hospital in the southern region to successfully perform a FARAPULSE pulsed field ablation (PFA) procedure for the treatment of heart rhythm disorders. KPJ Healthcare Berhad (KPJ Healthcare) […]
