Food poisoning cases drop nearly 29% nationwide
BATU KAWAN, Seberang Perai, Penang: The Ministry of Health’s (MOH’s) commitment to strengthening food safety controls has shown positive results, with food poisoning cases nationwide dropping by 28.9 per cent. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the number of cases fell to 12,821 as of the 36th Epidemiological Week (ME 36), from August 31 to […]
Over 2,000 unauthorised health ads removed by MCMC this year
JOHOR BAHRU: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) removed 2,033 advertisements related to products and services not authorised by the Ministry of Health (MOH) and other agencies from the start of this year until Aug 1, said Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching. She said the move followed 2,283 complaints received during the period, with […]
Dr. Sim calls for review of 45-hour work week policy for medical staff
KUCHING: The Ministry of Health (MOH) has been urged to review the policy regarding the 45-hour work week for medical personnel, including nurses and doctors. Deputy Premier, Datuk Amar Dr. Sim Kui Hian, said the long working hours may not be sustainable in the long run. “Yes, as medical personnel, we are trained to be […]
Stay vigilant, avoid non-essential travel
KUCHING: Sarawak is closely monitoring the human metapneumovirus (hMPV) situation following a surge in cases in China and will implement necessary measures to safeguard public health, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. Dr Sim, who is also the Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government, said he had discussed the matter […]
MOH actively monitors African Swine Flu and Japanese Encephalitis
MIRI: The Ministry of Health (MOH) is closely monitoring concerns related to African Swine Flu (ASF) and Japanese Encephalitis (JE). Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni assured this when speaking at an appreciation ceremony for 173 Form Five students at SMK Taman Tunku, held at Eastwood Golf and Country Club here today (Dec 14). […]
Call to expedite building of new health clinic
SPAOH: The Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) has been urged to expedite the construction of a Type Four Health Clinic (KK) here, which the government previously approved. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas revealed that the Sarawak government, through the Land and Survey Department (JTS), has completed the compensation payment for the land acquisition […]
MoH steps up Mpox surveillance
MIRI: Malaysia is maintaining a high level of preparedness as the country closely monitors the potential spread of monkeypox (Mpox), said Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni. He said that all entry points into Malaysia have been equipped with thermal scanners to detect potential fever in incoming passengers. “As of now, we have not […]
Athletes’ health, well top priority
MIRI: Deputy Minister of Health, Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni, has assured that the health and well-being of SUKMA athletes will be a top priority for the Sarawak organiser. Lukanisman stated that the Health Task Force was fully prepared to support the athletes, ensuring that any sport-related injuries would be given immediate attention. In the event […]
Explosion on vessel kills two workers
BINTULU: An explosion on a vessel near an oil platform in Samalaju, Bintulu killed two ship workers while another was severely injured on the face. Bintulu police chief Supt Nixon Joshua Ali who confirmed the incident said; “At approximately 10:40pm Friday, while the 16 crew members of the Icon Offshore company were on board the […]
MOH: 5,951 smoking fines amounting to RM1.47 MLN issued in June
PUTRAJAYA: The Ministry of Health (MOH) issued 5,951 fines worth RM1.47 million for smoking offences in June, said Health Director-General Datuk Dr Muhammad Radzi Abu Hassan. He said that a total of 13,163 offence notices were issued from 25,924 premises visited through the enforcement of the Control of Tobacco Product Regulations (PPKHT) 2004. On the […]