MALAYSIANS who have been enjoying free and highly subsided health care will continue to receive these services.
The Cabinet has decided to review some charges for the 1st and 2nd Class patients, as these charges have not been reviewed for a long time.
3rd class patients will continue to receive free medical care as before.
I will like to reassure all Malaysians that the government will not abrogate its responsibility to the poor and those from the low income group.
They will continue to receive the high level of care that they have been receiving as before.
YB DATUK SERI DR. S. SUBRAMANIAM
MINISTER OF HEALTH, MALAYSIA
Media Statement
Wed Feb 01 2017
The Health Minister reassures all Malaysians that the government will not abrogate its responsibility to the poor and those from the low income group. - Photo for illustration purpose
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