MoH steps up Mpox surveillance
MIRI: Malaysia is maintaining a high level of preparedness as the country closely monitors the potential spread of monkeypox (Mpox), said Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni. He said that all entry points into Malaysia have been equipped with thermal scanners to detect potential fever in incoming passengers. “As of now, we have not […]
Athletes’ health, well top priority
MIRI: Deputy Minister of Health, Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni, has assured that the health and well-being of SUKMA athletes will be a top priority for the Sarawak organiser. Lukanisman stated that the Health Task Force was fully prepared to support the athletes, ensuring that any sport-related injuries would be given immediate attention. In the event […]
Explosion on vessel kills two workers
BINTULU: An explosion on a vessel near an oil platform in Samalaju, Bintulu killed two ship workers while another was severely injured on the face. Bintulu police chief Supt Nixon Joshua Ali who confirmed the incident said; “At approximately 10:40pm Friday, while the 16 crew members of the Icon Offshore company were on board the […]
MOH: 5,951 smoking fines amounting to RM1.47 MLN issued in June
PUTRAJAYA: The Ministry of Health (MOH) issued 5,951 fines worth RM1.47 million for smoking offences in June, said Health Director-General Datuk Dr Muhammad Radzi Abu Hassan. He said that a total of 13,163 offence notices were issued from 25,924 premises visited through the enforcement of the Control of Tobacco Product Regulations (PPKHT) 2004. On the […]
Pos Malaysia launches online payment system for Ubat Melalui Pos service
KUCHING: Pos Malaysia Berhad (Pos Malaysia), the national post and parcel service provider, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MOH) and Kiplepay, is proud to announce the launch of an online payment system for its Ubat Melalui Pos (UMP) service. This significant upgrade reflects a joint commitment to enhance healthcare accessibility and convenience for […]
Modern clinic, quarters coming soon
KUCHING: Relief is on the horizon for Julau residents as the Ministry of Health (MoH) has approved the construction of a new Type 4 health clinic in the area, addressing congestion and shortages in medical supplies and equipment at the local health clinic. Julau MP Datuk Larry Sng said that the project is currently in […]
Building adjacent to Kapit Hospital awaiting MoH’s approval
KAPIT: The construction of a new building adjacent to Kapit Hospital is currently awaiting a decision from the Ministry of Health (MoH). It was made to understand the proposed project has long been planned and submitted to MoH and the Kapit Resident Office. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Native Customs and Law), Datuk Jefferson […]
Mandatory licensing for commercial ice factories
MUKAH: All ice factories engaged in commercial ice production are required to obtain an ice licence from the Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH). This regulation is based on Section 394A(4) of the Food Regulations of 1985.Premises involved in ice processing are also subject to specific provisions under the Food Hygiene Regulations 2009, including the implementation […]
MOH mulls increasing rural dialysis services
KANOWIT: The Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) is currently studying the need to provide more dialysis services in health clinics and hospitals in rural areas said Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni. The Deputy Health Minister said rural areas in Sarawak such as Kanowit, Song, and Kapit are in great need of dialysis services with a large […]
Proposed upgrading of health clinic under study
SRI AMAN: The Ministry of Health (MoH) is currently assessing the need to upgrade the Skrang Health Clinic due to its location alongside the Pan Borneo Highway. Health Deputy Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni said that several improvement works have been carried out, including the replacement of residential quarters that were previously located at the […]
