Other states should emulate Sarawak in anti-drug fight, says Bukit Aman NCID chief
KUCHING: Other Malaysian states should emulate Sarawak’s lead in dealing with the issue of drugs and prohibited substances, said Datuk Seri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay. The Director of Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department (JSJN) of Bukit Aman said that the holistic approach, integrated actions and interventions in the form of enforcement and non-enforcement implemented by various […]
Volunteers collect discarded face masks, refuse
MIRI: In an effort to make the public friendlier towards the environment, the anti-drug squad of the National Anti-Drug Agency (Nada) Miri branch held a virtual programme dubbed ‘Go Green – Community on Alert’ today to collect discarded face masks and rubbish. The one-day programme was also meant as a platform for the squad to […]
Post treatment engagement with patients vital
KUCHING: Strong engagement with patients after a completed treatment is vital in preventing a relapse. In pointing this out, National Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN) Sarawak director Shahriah Saharom said a follow-up programme with patient’s aftercare would foster a sense of acceptance and belonging for the patient to continue fighting for a total recovery. […]
Tackling drug abuse among minors
KUCHING: The One-Stop Committee (OSC) will take future initiatives to curb drug and substance abuse among minors. Welfare, Community Wellbeing, Women, Family and Childhood Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah revealed that OSC would collaborate with the State Education Department, State Health Department, and State National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK) to organise intervention programmes with schools […]
Educational anti-drug programme held
MUKAH: A ‘One-stop Committee to Address Drugs and Substance Abuse (OSC MIDS)’ programme was held at Dewan Suarah Mukah last Tuesday. It was aimed at providing detailed information on awareness of and deterrence pertaining to drug abuse and drugs-related law enforcement. It was attended by more than 280 participants comprising of community leaders, JKKK members, […]
