Tag: Health Ministry
MOH aims for a smoke-free by 2040, says Dzulkefly
The Health Ministry (MOH) remains steadfast in its mission to realise a “Malaysia Bebas Rokok” by 2040, said Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. He said the vision is achievable through shared commitment and standing firm on policies rooted in […]
Cambodian Health Ministry warns of rising Covid-19 subvariant JN.1 cases
Cambodia’s Ministry of Health is calling for increased public vigilance as the COVID-19 subvariant JN.1 spreads rapidly worldwide. First detected in August 2023, JN.1 now accounts for over 15% of global cases and is labeled a variant of interest by […]
Health Ministry cautions Indonesian Hajj pilgrims over Mers-CoV risk
Indonesia’s Ministry of Health has issued a reminder for Indonesian Hajj pilgrims to remain vigilant against the risk of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (Mers-CoV) during their time in Saudi Arabia. Between March 1 and April 21, 2025, Saudi Arabia […]
Keep 42-hour work week for nurses, govt urged
Four unions, including three medical groups, have urged the government to maintain the current 42-hour work week for nurses and abandon plans to increase it to 45 hours. In a statement, the Malayan Nurses Union, Sabah Medical Services Union, Sarawak […]
Health ministry issues over 37000 notices under Act 852
The health ministry has issued 37,381 notices for offences under the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 (Act 852) from the time the law came into effect on Oct 1, 2024, up to March 31. Health deputy […]
Health Ministry to tighten security SOPs in hospitals nationwide
The Health Ministry will enhance its security control standard operating procedures (SOP) at all hospitals to prevent any untoward incidents, said Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. Referring to allegations of a pair of twins being abducted by an impersonator […]
Ministry promises to have more doctors for the elderly
The health ministry said it is working to increase the number of specialists in geriatric medicine after a senator highlighted the current low numbers of such doctors. The ministry said in a written reply to Senator Dr RA Lingeshwaran that […]
Tobacco display ban starts April 1, says Health Ministry
Starting April 1, over 51,000 shops will be affected by a ban on displaying tobacco products at sales counters, according to the Health Ministry. The ban is part of the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 [Act […]
Health Ministry demands more than 43,000 nurses for new hospital projects
With more hospital projects planned, the Health Ministry needs over 43,000 nurses to serve the government. “Based on our projection for this year, we need 43,243 nurses to help with the healthcare delivery system,” said Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman […]
Health ministry urged to maintain 42-hour workweek for healthcare workers
The Ministry of Health (MOH) and the Public Service Department (PSD) have been recommended to maintain the 42-hour workweek for healthcare staff. The Chairman of the Parliamentary Special Select Committee on Health, Suhaizan Kaiat, stated that the decision followed engagement […]
