Sarawak General Hospital seeks family of patient Kek Siew Lan
KUCHING: Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) is appealing to the public for assistance in locating the family members of a patient, identified as Kek Siew Lan. Kek, whose last known address was at Taman Liong Seng, Batu 2 ½, Off Jalan Rock, Kuching, was admitted to the hospital on Aug 26 after being brought in by […]
Sarawak General Hospital gets RM100K from MP to upgrade facilities
KUCHING: Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) will soon undergo much-needed upgrades to its facilities and equipment, thanks to an allocation of RM100,000 from Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii Lee Wuen. The hospital, which consistently manages a high patient volume, has seen many of its facilities and equipment become outdated or no longer functioning optimally, affecting […]
Sarawak General Hospital encourages staff to prioritise safety-first culture
KUCHING: Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) officially launched its Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Week 2025 today at the CRC Auditorium, underscoring its commitment to workplace safety and the well-being of healthcare workers. The event was officiated by Political Secretary to the Premier, Kho Teck Wan, who delivered the keynote address on behalf of Deputy Premier […]
Sarawak General Hospital appeals for blood donations, especially type ‘O’
KUCHING: Regular and first donors are encouraged to donate blood at Sarawak General Hospital (SGH), especially those with “O” blood type. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said this, in response to the lack of type “O” blood supply at SGH at the moment. “This is because “O” blood type, while is the […]
Car club to host blood donation drive on April 6
KUCHING: The Apoclaypse Car Club Kuching will host a blood donation event at Cityone Megamall here on April 6 (Saturday) from 10am to 2pm. President Kenny Lee said the activity aims to increase the availability of stock for various blood types at Sarawak General Hospital’s (SGH) Blood Bank to meet patient demand and to prepare […]
First infant arrives at BMC’s baby hatch
BY GABRIEL LIHAN AND IDA NADHIRAH SANI KUCHING: The Borneo Medical Centre (BMC) baby hatch welcomed its first infant, a baby girl on Sunday at 5.50 am. The Women, Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development Minister, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, assured that the baby hatch offers a secure and confidential environment for mothers or next of […]
Meditel Ramadan Bazaar draws more people this year
KUCHING: The Meditel Ramadan Bazaar 2024, which offers various choices of food and beverages, has attracted more people in its third edition. Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) deputy director Wan Samsulri Wan Hasbi has credited better arrangement of stalls, which has benefitted visitors and food lovers alike. “This year’s bazaar Ramadan has been livelier compared to […]
Organ transplant crisis
BY NATASHA JEE & SHARIFAH NONG JASIMA KUCHING: Would you consider stepping up and performing a kind act by pledging to donate your organs after death? This is because around 9,640 patients with end-stage organ failure, including children, are waiting for transplants in the country, as indicated by Dr Uma Devi Ramadass, the doctor-in-charge of […]
Thanks blood donors, you’re heroes!
KUCHING: The Sarawak General Hospital’s Blood Bank Centre has announced a stable blood supply level, thanks to recent donations. In appreciation, the blood bank extended heartfelt thanks to donors for their crucial contributions, particularly during festive seasons when blood shortages are common. “Your consistent donations, especially during critical periods, are highly valued,” the Blood Bank […]
Children delighted with special gifts
KUCHING: The Sarawak General Hospital’s pediatric wards recently were filled with smiles and excitement as children received special Christmas presents. National Consumer Action Council (MTPN) Sarawak branch president Wynson Ong Teck Ping said the generous donation of 131 gift sets was a joint initiative by the MTPN Sarawak branch and Yayasan Masyarakat Lestari Malaysia (YMLM) […]