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Bersama questions scientific basis for school closure API threshold changes

Bersama questions scientific basis for school closure API threshold changes

Party spokespersons question rationale of keeping KL schools open while S'gor schools are closed.
Fadhlina: Agong's decree on school closures reversed after consulting experts

Fadhlina: Agong's decree on school closures reversed after consulting experts

Parents also faced difficulties in caring for their children in addition to work, education minister notes.
LETTER | Contract pharmacists awaiting clarity following MOH permanent post promise

LETTER | Contract pharmacists awaiting clarity following MOH permanent post promise

Translate this commitment into a clear, transparent and implementable pathway.
LETTER | Respect for human dignity enhances mental health

LETTER | Respect for human dignity enhances mental health

We cannot address mental health issues using limited perspective.
Wan Saiful urges haze compensation fund, probe into Malaysian firms

Wan Saiful urges haze compensation fund, probe into Malaysian firms

'Haze is not an annual festival that we should simply accept as normal.'
Health groups welcome end to contract doctor system, but warn of lingering manpower issues

Health groups welcome end to contract doctor system, but warn of lingering manpower issues

BUDGET 2027 | MMA says Malaysia is still facing a shortage of nearly 11,000 specialists.
Food safety amendments passed, MPs question if stronger enforcement can keep pace with 'viral' sales

Food safety amendments passed, MPs question if stronger enforcement can keep pace with 'viral' sales

PARLIAMENT | They ask how enforcement authorities can apply requirements such as labelling to online sellers.
MOH guarantees 30pct quota for doctors serving in East M'sia to pursue further studies

MOH guarantees 30pct quota for doctors serving in East M'sia to pursue further studies

PARLIAMENT | This is my commitment and appreciation to those serving in East M'sia – Dzulkelfy.
Refugee healthcare comes at a price - MPs push for insurance, cost-sharing

Refugee healthcare comes at a price - MPs push for insurance, cost-sharing

We need sustainable financing approach to reduce govt's financial burden - Leong.
LETTER | We must regulate AI ads on food products

LETTER | We must regulate AI ads on food products

Children deserve to be protected from misleading content.
'More than just a moment': A photo that will be treasured forever

'More than just a moment': A photo that will be treasured forever

'Some memories become a part of the heart forever.'
KINIGUIDE | Legal vs medical insanity: What the school stabbing verdict really means

KINIGUIDE | Legal vs medical insanity: What the school stabbing verdict really means

Experts unpack the legal test, psychiatric evidence, and public misconceptions.
SNAPSHOT | Raise minimum pay for all, urges ex-MP; group calls for better doctor incentives

SNAPSHOT | Raise minimum pay for all, urges ex-MP; group calls for better doctor incentives

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SNAPSHOT | Dr M leaves IJN to visit Hasmah's grave; MACC denies serving notice to Saravanan's minor son

SNAPSHOT | Dr M leaves IJN to visit Hasmah's grave; MACC denies serving notice to Saravanan's minor son

What’s going on in the news today.
'I'm not okay': What happens when someone seeks help over mental health?

'I'm not okay': What happens when someone seeks help over mental health?

Kampung Tunku rep, a suicide attempt survivor, speaks about her advocacy work.
Dr M admitted to IJN for observation, son says

Dr M admitted to IJN for observation, son says

Last 2 days had been stressful to Mahathir but he is okay, Mokhzani says.
COMMENT | A nation that cannot heal itself cannot claim to care for others

COMMENT | A nation that cannot heal itself cannot claim to care for others

Brian Sta Maria’s ordeal highlights a system failing those it should serve.
LETTER | Annual transboundary haze a significant risk factor for lung cancer

LETTER | Annual transboundary haze a significant risk factor for lung cancer

Malaysia must continue to play an important role in addressing this regional health issue.
Zaliha denies 'U-turn' on health commission, hits back at report

Zaliha denies 'U-turn' on health commission, hits back at report

I didn't reject commission outright, Health Ministry was studying proposal, ex-minister says.
SNAPSHOT | Heli crash: Resignation won't solve longstanding systemic problems, says senator

SNAPSHOT | Heli crash: Resignation won't solve longstanding systemic problems, says senator

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Activist questions Zaliha’s U-turn on health commission after fatal heli crash

Activist questions Zaliha’s U-turn on health commission after fatal heli crash

'Don't exploit death to recover political relevance; it's despicable.'
Fatal crash: Groups demand Flying Doctor safety overhaul as minister rules out suspension

Fatal crash: Groups demand Flying Doctor safety overhaul as minister rules out suspension

'For too long, healthcare worker welfare pushed aside to keep services running.'
LETTER | Govt urged to tackle chronic shortage of doctors, MOs in public hospitals

LETTER | Govt urged to tackle chronic shortage of doctors, MOs in public hospitals

Staff shortages driving longer waits, heavier workloads, delayed care.
Cancer centre hit by medical officers' shortage, patients face longer waits

Cancer centre hit by medical officers' shortage, patients face longer waits

'Manpower issues could cause rise in costs, complicating treatment schedule.'