30 Sept 2022 – Covid infection manifesting into long-term problem
PETALING JAYA – About 10% to 15% of those who have contracted Covid-19 go on to experience the symptoms long after they have been given the all clear.
28 Sept 2022 – ‘Resume exercise regime gradually after long hiatus’
PETALING JAYA – As sporting activities begin to take centre stage in people’s lives, especially during weekends, the trend is an acknowledgement that life is slowly getting back to normal.
27 Sept 2022 – Healthcare reforms top priority for new MMA president
TANGIBLE reforms to the healthcare system will take first priority, newly installed Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) president Dr Muruga Raj Rajathurai said.
27 Sept 2022 – Failing to solve contract doctor issue risks ‘brain drain’
A MORE sustainable solution needs to be found for permanent placement of contract doctors at public healthcare facilities, Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) president Dr Muruga Raj Rajathurai said.
22 Sept 2022 – Helping docs change jobs
PETALING JAYA – After being told that she had no future in anaesthesiology due to a physical injury, Dr Selina Chew knew first-hand what it felt like to be lost.
19 Sept 2022 – 2023 Health Care Budget Must Reflect Strong Commitment To Reforms — MMA
The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) hopes to see an increase in the national health care budget to 5 per cent of the country’s GDP to truly reflect the government’s strong commitment to reforms in the health care system.
19 Sept 2022 – Extra funding plea for health
PETALING JAYA – Five hours – that is the amount of time sometimes spent by a 69- year-old retiree during her monthly medical check-ups at a public hospital.
16 Sept 2022 – MMA: 2023 Budget must reflect govt’s firm commitment to healthcare reforms
KUALA LUMPUR – The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) hopes to see an increase in the national healthcare budget to five per cent of the country’s GDP to truly reflect the government’s firm commitment to reforms in the healthcare system.
16 Sept 2022 – Channel more funds for aging facilities, medicine security, says MMA
PETALING JAYA – The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has expressed hope that there will be an increase in allocation for the healthcare sector in the national budget, saying a substantial amount was needed to address the shortages in manpower in public healthcare facilities.
14 Sept 2022 – MMA gives thumbs up for Sabah’s homegrown doctors plan
PETALING JAYA –The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has commended the Sabah government for promising scholarships and loans to Sabahans seeking to pursue medical studies, saying any move to improve healthcare in the country should be lauded.
13 Sept 2022 – MMA Polling Government Doctors On Antibiotic Shortage In Public Hospitals
KUALA LUMPUR – The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has launched a survey for government doctors on a reported recent shortage of antibiotics in government hospitals.
11 Sept 2022 – New MMA chief vows to continue health reforms agenda
PETALING JAYA – Healthcare reforms will continue to be the top priority for new Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) president Dr Muruga Raj Rajathurai.
10 Sept 2022 – Teroka kerjasama awam, swasta dalam bidang kesihatan
PUTRAJAYA – Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam (JPA) sedang meneroka kemungkinan mewujudkan kerjasama antara sektor awam dan swasta bagi perkhidmatan kesihatan tertentu, kata Ketua Pengarah Perkhidmatan Awam Datuk Seri Mohd Shafiq Abdullah.
8 Sept 2022 – MMA urges people to carry a face mask and be responsible to keep infections at bay
KUALA LUMPUR – The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has advised Malaysians to still carry a face mask when they leave their homes although the government has made its use optional in most places.
2 Sept 2022 – Decision to abolish face mask mandate next week
PETALING JAYA – Health Ministry officials have confirmed that its minister Khairy Jamaluddin will announce next week if the face mask mandate will be withdrawn, but the matter is being explored further, especially for enclosed spaces, said Universiti Malaya head of social and preventive medicine Dr Victor Hoe.