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Malaysia's Health Ministry has transferred a Sabah hospital director as a result of an internal investigation into alleged sexual harassment. Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad confirmed the administrative action taken against the official.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi has unveiled an ambitious plan to ensure all 628 Orang Asli villages have functioning health clinics by 2035, addressing long-standing healthcare disparities affecting Malaysia's indigenous communities.
Malaysia's Health Ministry targets finalising a comprehensive workplace mental health policy by September or October, following consultations with labour unions, employers' groups, and occupational safety authorities.
Selayang Hospital paid tribute to 19-year-old Nabil Izz Qaisar Mohd Zairee, a Politeknik Sultan Idris Shah student whose organ donation benefited six transplant recipients. His family's decision to donate has inspired calls for greater awareness about organ donation's life-saving potential.
Malaysia's Health Ministry has unveiled the Rakan KKM initiative to generate additional revenue for upgrading public healthcare facilities while retaining medical specialists through enhanced incentives.
Malaysia's Health Ministry will test artificial intelligence technology at select hospitals before wider rollout, aiming to transform government facilities into Smart Hospitals while maintaining uninterrupted patient care.