Tag: medicine
Malaysia’s medicine supply stable until June despite rising costs, says Dzulkefly
The country’s medicine supply remains stable and sufficient at least until the end of June, thanks to combined government and industry stockpiles. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad said the government is preparing in case the West Asia conflict persists, […]
Malaysia’s medicine supply remains stable, says Health Ministry
The supply of medicines in the country is stable and under control, says the Health Ministry. In a statement on Monday (March 23), it assured the public that based on the current assessment of supply, the impact of the conflict […]
New Year’s wellness goals: what works and what fails
As the year turns another page to 2026, millions across Asia and around the world are starting their New Year’s resolution lists, most often committing to health and wellness goals. From weight loss goals to digital detox plans, these intentions […]
Cells “shed waste” to speed healing, aid recovery – study
When injured, cells deploy regulated responses to promote healing. These include a long-studied self-destruction process that clears away damaged cells and a more recently described phenomenon that helps older cells revert to a younger, regenerative state. Now, a study in […]
PH Health Department offers free mental health meds; monitors HIV cases in Caraga
The Philippines’ Department of Health (DOH) announced on June 12 that patients in Metro Manila can now access free medications for mental health conditions at select hospitals and health centers. The initiative, unveiled during the country’s 127th Independence Day, allows […]
Medicine and procedure price display key to addressing medical costs
Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has called for stronger price transparency measures in private healthcare to help curb rising medical costs and protect consumers. In the central bank’s latest Annual Report 2024, it highlighted five key strategic thrusts, with the first […]
Minding the gaps in mental health care
By Robert C. Smith, MD, MACP, University Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Medicine and Psychiatry, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine; Author Why U.S. mental health care remains broken (and how people can demand change) The public does not understand […]
Taiwan introduces digital GMP certificates to bolster pharma competitiveness
Taiwan has fully implemented international PIC/S GMP standards to ensure the safety and quality of its medicinal products. Pharmaceutical manufacturers in Taiwan can now apply for GMP certificates from the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) after undergoing inspections and […]
WHO pushes for sustainability measures in pharma sector
The World Health Organization (WHO), through its Department of Regulation and Prequalification, has launched an initiative titled “Greener Pharmaceuticals’ Regulatory Highway” to address the environmental impact of the pharmaceutical sector. This initiative emphasizes the need for innovative regulatory practices to […]
Alpro Group and AGTC Genomics bring precision medicine to Malaysia
Medication errors and adverse drug reactions (ADRs) are major health concerns globally, with ADRs being a leading cause of hospitalisations. In Malaysia, about 1 in 10 hospitalised patients experience an ADR, with over 30% of these incidents being preventable. These […]
