Radiotherapy and Oncology Department may be relocated
KUALA LUMPUR: The Health Ministry (MOH) does not rule out the possibility of relocating the Radiotherapy and Oncology Department of Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) to the Sarawak Cancer Centre. Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni said the move is in line with the government’s goal of ensuring that the new cancer centre can offer […]
Abang Jo wants Sarawak Cancer Centre to be completed during his term as Premier
KUCHING: Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg wants the construction of the proposed Sarawak Cancer Centre expedited and completed during his tenure as the Premier. This was conveyed by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian who said the federal and state governments are still in the process of deciding the financial […]
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 […]
Abang Johari mulls sending Sarawakian experts overseas to study cancer treatment technology
KUCHING: The Sarawak Government is looking at sending experts from the state overseas to learn about the latest technology in treating cancers. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said they will be sent to South Korean company, Samsung Biologics where the company is doing research to produce medicine to fight cancer. “Samsung […]
Sarawak cancer centre to boost the medical tourism industry
By: NURA VALENTIANA & JACINTHA JOLENE KUCHING: The proposed cancer centre in Kota Samarahan can contribute in boosting the medical tourism industry in Sarawak by developing and offering various cancer wellness programmes. Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg said that the centre may include wellness programmes in addition to cancer treatments, making it […]
Cancer patients need people’s support
SIBU: The involvement of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) such as the National Cancer Council (MAKNA) is crucial to alleviate the suffering of cancer patients. Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing, and Local Government Michael Tiang Ming Tee said that such an organisation can help with the provision of screening services, treatment bursaries, nursing care, and emotional […]
Sarawak assures first-rate medical facilities to the afflicted
KUCHING: Sarawak will provide the best services and first-rate cancer medical facilities to the people, particularly those who are afflicted with the disease. Minister for Local Government, Housing and Public Health Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said the government’s effort to build the centre was to ensure comprehensive health services to the people. “With […]
Sarawak hopes cancer centre approved soon
KUCHING: The state government is hoping the approval from the federal government for the building of the new Sarawak Cancer Centre will be given this year. Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said with the approval, work on the centre can get started at least with the appointment of a consultant. “We are […]
Good news for cancer patients and families
By Umie Syazwanie Mohd & Aisyah Suhiri KUCHING: The general public welcome the proposed setting up of the Sarawak Cancer Centre in the state. Many said that it was a good move which would help to reduce medical costs for cancer patients and their families. Minister of Local Government and Housing Datuk Seri Dr Sim […]
Proposal for Sarawak Cancer Centre submitted to EPU for appraisal
KUCHING: A proposal to set up the Sarawak Cancer Centre will be submitted to the Economic Planning Unit (EPU) for appraisal. Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said he supported the move for Sarawak to have its own cancer centre. “As far as the ministry is concerned, we believe that Sarawak needs this cancer centre so we […]
