Endemic phase of Covid19: New SOP to be presented to Cabinet next week
PUTRAJAYA: The decision on whether Malaysia will enter the endemic phase of Covid-19 will be made after the Ministry of Health (MoH) presents a report on new recommendations and standard operating procedures (SOP) to the Cabinet next week, said Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa. Malaysia is currently in the transition to the endemic phase, which […]
Declining trend in COVID-19 cases and admission rates
The 23rd Epidemiological Week (EW 23/2023), spanning from June 4, 2023, to June 10, 2023, saw a sustained decrease in COVID-19 cases. The Health Health (MOH) reported that there were 3,814 cases recorded, reflecting a 15.7 percent decline compared to the previous week (EW 22/2023) with 4,523 cases. Furthermore, the admission rate of COVID-19 patients, […]
MOH: Only 50 pct of M’sians receive first booster dose
Just half of Malaysia’s population, amounting to 16,335,353 individuals, have received the first booster dose, while a mere 2.5 percent, totaling 823,317 people, have received the second booster dose. The ministry disclosed this in a statement, stressing the importance of taking booster doses to mitigate the risk of hospitalisation and the severity of COVID-19 symptoms. […]
S’wak seeks autonomy to resolve healthcare issues
THE Sarawak government has recommended to the Ministry of Health (MoH) that it be given autonomy to address healthcare shortcomings in the state. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Office (Law, MA63, and State-Federal Relations) Datuk Sharifah Hasidah Sayeed Aman Ghazali said the devolution of power to the state will enable it to improve the health […]
MOH submits over 2,000 contract nurse appointments for permanent positions
SHAH ALAM: The Health Ministry (MOH) has submitted approximately 2,000 to 3,000 contract nurse applications to be absorbed into permanent positions this year. Deputy Health Minister Lukanisman Awang Sauni said all the applications were submitted to the Public Service Department (JPA) for approval. However, he said, the number of applications that will be accepted for the […]
Minister advises public to be wary of surging Covid-19 cases abroad
PUSA: The public have been urged to remain vigilant in light of the recent surge in Covid-19 cases overseas, said Deputy Community Welfare Minister Mohammad Razi Sitam. The Saribas rep also advised Sarawakians to keep abreast of the latest information from the State Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) and the Ministry of Health (MoH). Apart from […]
Flood barriers to be installed around SGH
BY ELLISIA TINGASS KUCHING: Flood barriers will be installed at certain locations of Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) here to prevent the area from being hit by flood, says Deputy Minister of Health Lukanisman Awang Sauni. He disclosed this following a visit to the affected area that was hit by flood on March 18 namely, the […]
Nationwide strike: Ministry to closely monitor all state govt doctors
KUCHING: The Ministry of Health (MOH) is closely monitoring the situation should there be government doctors in Sarawak who might join their counterparts in West Malaysia to go on a three-day strike from April 3 to 5 as a protest against the unfair system and low wages. Deputy Health Minister Lukanisman Awang Sauni said he […]
Air ambulance can speed up rescue efforts in rural places – Dr Zaliha
KUCHING: The proposed air ambulance service in the country will facilitate rescue operations faster, especially in the interior and rural areas. Minister of Health Dr Zaliha Mustafa said the service is slightly similar to the flying doctor service provided in Sarawak. “The Ministry of Health (MOH) welcomes the effort by the Ministry of Local Government […]
East M’sia to have 100 pct access to safe surgical, anaesthesia care by 2030
KUCHING: The Ministry of Health (MOH) visioned that Sabah and Sarawak will reach 100 per cent access to safe surgical and anaesthesia care by 2030. According to its minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa, access to safe surgical and anaesthesia care in the two Borneo states is now at 75 per cent due to their vast areas, […]
