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Malaysia has long dreamed of going smoke‑free, yet ~4 million adults still light up. Dr Arifin Fii argues that only a mix of education, regulation and real quitting support will win the war on smoking 🚭 nst.com.my/business/insig…


Big stride in rehabilitation: HUMS in Kota Kinabalu will offer equine‑assisted therapy for children with disabilities! Horses help kids build strength, balance & confidence. A first for Borneo 🐎 theborneopost.com/2025/11/11/uni…


Sarawak’s health chief says the big need isn’t more buildings but more people. Hiring doctors & nurses now will slash long waits; new hospitals take years. Investing in the workforce brings quicker relief to patients 👩‍⚕️ theborneopost.com/2025/11/11/dr-…


Sarawak wants to be South‑East Asia’s healing getaway! IMTC 2025 gathers global experts in Kuching to turn the state’s wellness potential into a thriving medical‑tourism industry. Innovation, investment & jobs could flow from this vision 🌍 theborneopost.com/2025/11/11/sar…


🚑 The Health Ministry is deploying specialists to rural hospitals so Malaysians outside big cities can access expert care. Minor surgeries will soon be available at health clinics too — a big step toward equitable healthcare for all. 🇲🇾 thesun.my/news/malaysia-…


🚨 Malaysia’s medical costs are projected to surge 16% next year, driven by doctor & nurse brain drain, rising drug prices, and tech costs. Private hospitals & insurers face deadlocked negotiations, raising concern for patients’ bills. nst.com.my/business/econo…


Teal Asia, Watsons Malaysia & the ROSE Foundation teamed up for WHO’s World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day. Together they’re raising awareness and making screening accessible so Malaysia can consign cervical cancer to history 🎗️ thestar.com.my/news/nation/20…


PM Anwar, opening a new block at Tawau Hospital, says state–federal teamwork is the key to better hospitals. The Madani govt focuses on education & healthcare, and promises contract doctors’ issues are nearly settled 🏥 theborneopost.com/2025/11/10/anw…


Melaka has recorded over 120,000 diabetes cases in just 11 years, highlighting a worrying rise in lifestyle-related diseases. Health authorities warn that early screening, healthy diets, and regular exercise are crucial to reverse this trend 💉 sinardaily.my/article/731519…


🚨 Bank Negara Malaysia has summoned TPAs and iTPAs to explain allegations of clinical interference in medical decisions — an issue that has angered many doctors. The regulator wants full accountability and transparency. codeblue.galencentre.org/2025/11/bank-n…


Malaysia is reactivating its Health Grievance Mechanism Committee to tackle disputes over medical claims and streamline operations between insurers, hospitals, and doctors. asiainsurancereview.com/News/View-News…


Despite stage‑4 Hodgkin lymphoma, 24‑year‑old Nor Shamira Irwani Farid graduated with a 3.94 CGPA and earned UUM's top award. Illness doesn't define success 🎓 nst.com.my/news/nation/20…


Malaysia's Health Ministry is probing claims a RM20 skin‑lightening supplement with banned glutathione caused a death. They're verifying and want your info 🚨 nst.com.my/news/nation/20…


People in rural Sabah trek hours & spend RM200 to see a doctor. Health shouldn't depend on your postcode. Let's boost staffing, mobile teams & clinics 🏥 theborneopost.com/2025/11/09/hea…


💊 CIMB & Pharmaniaga join forces to help healthcare SMEs breathe easier — new collaboration offers up to 50 days’ credit & rebates to boost cash flow for clinics & pharmacies. A lifeline for Malaysia’s healthcare sector. nst.com.my/business/corpo…


Malaysia’s Health Ministry teams up with Google to harness AI for better healthcare — from cloud-based clinics to digital medical records already serving millions. A bold move toward precision public health. 🇲🇾🤖 nst.com.my/news/nation/20…


💊 The Health Ministry urges Malaysians to report any medicine side effects during #MedSafetyWeek 2025 — because everyone plays a role in making medicines safer. Reports go to NPRA via PhIS or email [email protected]. Let’s keep our meds safe! 🇲🇾 bernama.com/en/region/news…


📈 Malaysian employers brace for double-digit medical insurance hikes in 2026 — many now reviewing plans, cutting coverage, or sharing costs with staff. MEF warns the trend is unsustainable without reform. thestar.com.my/news/nation/20…


🚑 Great news for Selangor! Seniors and persons with disabilities can now enjoy free ambulance services under a new state initiative to improve emergency access and healthcare equity. 👏 thestar.com.my/metro/metro-ne…


💰 Forcing Malaysians into compulsory health savings now could burden the poor and middle class, experts warn — calling instead for better public healthcare funding and efficiency first. thesun.my/news/malaysia-…


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