IHH buys Timberland Medical for RM245M
KUCHING: Pantai Holdings (IHH Healthcare Malaysia) has acquired Timberland Medical Centre (TMC) along with adjacent vacant land in central Kuching. The deal, worth RM245 million, was concluded on a cash-free, debt-free basis, marking a notable expansion of its healthcare services in East Malaysia. Jean-François Naa, the chief executive officer (CEO) of IHH Healthcare Malaysia, said […]
BMC helping government elevate healthcare services: Wee
KUCHING: The establishment of Borneo Medical Centre (BMC) has proven to be a pivotal complement to the government’s ongoing efforts to elevate healthcare services for the local community. Kuching South City Council (MBKS) mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said that BMC’s establishment in 2013 is particularly timely, considering the increased patient load at Sarawak General […]
Myanmar Muslim doctor gives hope to refugees
By Nina Muslim KUALA LUMPUR: As dozens of men, women and children mill inside and outside the modest-looking clinic in Kajang, waiting for their names to be called out, one 16-year-old boy caught the attention of the medical staff almost immediately. Lying on the observation bed and shivering uncontrollably, the painstakingly thin boy was barely conscious […]
Wear masks if you have flu
KUCHING: Although Health Minister, Dr Zaliha Mustafa has announced that face masks will no longer be mandatory on public transportation and at healthcare facilities effective July 5, those who are ill with flu must still wear masks when taking care of children. “This is to prevent the flu from spreading to children under their care,” […]
MP: Increased healthcare charges proposal will not impact M40
BY NAZRUL ZAWAWI KUCHING: The proposal to introduce higher healthcare charges, as outlined in the Health White Paper (HWP), will not have an impact on the M40 group, according to Dr Kelvin Yii. The Bandar Kuching MP and Special Advisor to the Minister of Health stated that the proposal by the Malaysian Ministry of Health […]
Budget for Sarawak Cancer Centre significant advancement in state’s healthcare
KUCHING: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has agreed to allocate the budget for the construction of the Sarawak Cancer Centre. Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian played a crucial role in advocating for the establishment of the cancer centre during Anwar’s visit. “This is great news for every Sarawakian, and a […]
Sarawak’s healthcare disparity sparks autonomy demand
KUCHING: The current population-based allocation formula for healthcare services in the country falls short in addressing the needs of Sarawak. Speaking at the Childhood Cancer International (CCI) Asia conference organised by the Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society (SCCS) today Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said that the existing formula, utilised by the Health […]
Public-private partnerships crucial to healthcare provision
MIRI: Public-private partnerships are crucial to strengthening and enhancing the state’s healthcare services, said Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian. “Healthcare is a very complex subject, it requires highly trained doctors and nurses and at the same time requires investment and all these are never cheap,” he said. “And with new technology constantly coming […]
Healthcare services to better suit local needs
KUCHING: Sarawak is able to overcome the shortcomings in the healthcare systems in the state if it were given health autonomy. Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said with autonomy, the state would be able to plan out healthcare services that are more suited to its needs. “(We can do so) without being […]
New clinic in Santubong to focus on efficient healthcare services
KUCHING: A new clinic similar to the Petra Jaya Health Clinic has been proposed for the Santubong parliamentary constituency which encompasses the Pantai Damai constituency. Utility and Telecommunications Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi, said that a new clinic with a large and comfortable capacity should be provided in this area. “We have also […]
