Compounds worth over RM1 million for smoking offences issued in August
This amounts to over 4,800 compounds.
PAC looks to table Covid-19 management report at October Parliament session
It says Pharmaniaga Logistic will be called in next to provide testimonies and clarification on issues related to defective ventilators.
MoH's relocation exercise leaves Selayang Hospital understaffed, patients at risk, says report
The exercise is expected to leave the already-understaffed obstetrics and gynaecology department with just 35% of its recommended quota for medical officers.
Total dengue cases since January up 139% from 2022, says health minister
The death rate meanwhile has increased by 122%, from eight deaths to 40.
Health minister sued by child rights, anti-tobacco groups for delisting liquid nicotine
They say Dr Zaliha Mustafa breached the Poisons Act as well as Malaysia's international commitments.
Covid quarantine period trimmed from 7 days to 5
The new isolation period will come into effect on July 5.
Malaysia to receive 2.7 million Covid bivalent jabs to replace expiring stock
Deputy Health Minister Lukanisman Awang Sauni says his ministry might need to destroy the expired vaccines as only 2.5% of the population has taken a second booster shot.
Two-year-old believed to have suffered nicotine poisoning from vape device
She had two seizures while undergoing medical treatment but is now stable and breathing without the aid of a ventilator.
Health ministry eyes early June tabling of tobacco bill
Deputy Health Minister Lukanisman Awang Sauni says the bill is of paramount importance to protect the health of the young generation.
Recalled instant noodle products safe for consumption, says health DG
Dr Muhammad Radzi Abu Hassan says the two products also complied with the stipulated legislation.
Nearly 5,000 Covid cases reported in last week of April
The health ministry says the Covid-19 situation is still under control, and that health services are running as usual.
Radzi replaces Noor Hisham as health DG
His appointment took effect on April 21.
