Such actions 'very inappropriate', all parties should respect ongoing judicial process, says Dr Dzulkefly

Dr Dzulkefly, Fahmi, Saifuddin, Na'im, Johari share heartfelt sentiments for 68th independence anniversary

MOH's expert committee finalising detailed report on proposed ban, says Dr Dzulkefly

All parties are called to step up efforts and take proactive measures to strengthen the organ donation agenda in the country

Minister cites 19-year-old suffering heart attack as example, urges public to practice healthy lifestyles

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The Health Ministry (MOH) has made it mandatory for contract medical officers appointed to permanent positions to select at least one placement option in Sabah or Sarawak through the e-Placement 2.0 system, to address the uneven distribution of healthcare personnel between Peninsular Malaysia and the Borneo states.

PUTRAJAYA, July 30 — The Health Ministry (MOH) is open to reviewing the proposal to list 'etomidate' under the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 following reports of its frequent abuse, said its minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 26 — The Health Ministry (MOH) will fill 4,352 positions in the healthcare sector through a fast-track process to meet the urgent need for medical personnel, said Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.

PUTRAJAYA, July 8 — The placement results for 2,248 contract medical officers under Grade UD10, who have been offered permanent appointments through the ePlacement system, can be checked starting today.

PUTRAJAYA, June 26 — A total of 12 out of 41 health facility construction projects scheduled for this year under the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP) have been completed as of June 16, according to the Health Ministry (MOH).

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 — The government’s proposed health insurance scheme, to be funded through Account 2 of the Employees Provident Fund (EPF), will be voluntary and not mandatory, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 14 — The Health Ministry (MOH) is intensifying efforts to encourage more young people to become blood donors, as the country prepares to face an ageing population by 2040.

CYBERJAYA, May 31 — The Health Ministry (MOH) remains steadfast in its mission to realise a "Malaysia Bebas Rokok" (Smoke-Free Malaysia) by 2040, said Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 31 — Malaysia’s anti-smoking campaign received a significant boost on World No Tobacco Day, as three national health advocates were honoured by the World Health Organisation (WHO) for their contributions to tobacco control.

KOTA BHARU, May 30 — Cases of diabetes and high cholesterol levels among the people in Kelantan recorded an increase exceeding the national average indicator, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 24 — A landmark resolution on lung health by Malaysia has been officially adopted by the World Health Organisation (WHO) in conjunction with the 78th World Health Assembly (WHA78) in Geneva, Switzerland.

PUTRAJAYA, May 21 — Malaysia has established health cooperation with Iran to strengthen the country's health system and open up space for knowledge sharing in the pharmaceutical sector, medical technology applications, and excellent clinical practices.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 — The Health Ministry (MOH) is closely monitoring the Covid-19 situation both domestically and abroad, in light of rising cases in neighbouring countries such as Thailand and Singapore.

PUTRAJAYA, May 13 — The interim moratorium on implementing a 45-hour work week for nurses has been extended by another month, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.

KUALA SELANGOR, May 3 — The Health Ministry (MOH) seized 21,571 illegal health products worth RM37.5 million in 2024, an increase of nearly eight percent from the 20,157 items worth RM24.8 million confiscated in 2023.