Dr Muhammad Radzi appointed as new Health DG
The appointment was based on Dr Muhammad Radzi's qualification and vast experience in Malaysia's healthcare service, Dr Zaliha Mustafa said.
Tue Apr 25 2023
I am taking a rest first - Dr Noor Hisham
Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said all he wanted to do was to take a break after serving the MOH.
Wed Apr 19 2023
Health Minister, MOH express gratitude to Dr Noor Hisham
Health DG Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah has called it a day after serving Malaysia for 35 years in the public healthcare sector.
Wed Apr 19 2023
Dengue cases drop 5.4% last week
The number of dengue fever cases in the 14th epidemiological week this year (April 2-8) dropped by 5.4 per cent to 2,239 cases from 2,365 cases the previous week, with two fatality recorded.
Wed Apr 12 2023
Sale of puffer fish with dangerous toxins prohibited - Health DG
Dr Noor Hisham said MOH had produced educational materials to increase public awareness on the dangerous toxins in puffer fish.
Thu Mar 30 2023
MoH issues cancellation, recall products containing pholcodine - Health DG
Dr Noor Hisham said the Drug Control Authority found that products containing pholcodine have been found to pose safety risks for users.
Thu Mar 23 2023
Increase in admission of COVID-19 patients to public hospitals last week - Health DG
The number of new COVID-19 cases undergoing monitoring at home increased by 321.7 per cent, Dr Noor Hisham said.
Tue Mar 07 2023
Dengue cases up 9.3 pct last week - Health DG
Four deaths due to dengue fever complications were reported from Feb 12 to 18, Dr Noor Hisham said.
Tue Feb 21 2023
Malaysia hopes to bring resolution to WHA
The resolution on 'Behavioral Science for Better Health', when accepted by the WHO executive board, would be brought to the WHA.
Wed Feb 08 2023
Dr Zaliha, Malaysia's first minister honoured to chair WHO Executive Board Meeting
Dr Noor Hisham said the honour was the first in the country's history and throughout his 10 years of involvement with the WHO.
Fri Feb 03 2023
COVID-19 admissions up 6.3 pct last week - Health DG
Admissions of COVID-19 patients to health facilities per 100,000 population increased 6.3 pct in the fourth epidemiological week from Jan 22-28.
Wed Feb 01 2023
Drop in COVID-19 admissions last week - Health DG
Dr Noor Hisham said there was also a decline in the number of positive cases monitored by COVID-19 Assessment Centres nationwide.
Mon Jan 23 2023
No cases of stroke reported for Comirnaty Bivalent COVID-19 vaccine in clinical studies
No cases of stroke were reported for the Comirnaty Bivalent COVID-19 vaccine in the clinical studies conducted.
Wed Jan 18 2023
COVID-19 admissions drop 27.1 pct last week - Health DG
Admissions of COVID-19 patients to health facilities per 100,000 population dropped 27.1 per cent in the second epidemiological week of 2023 (ME 2/2023) from Jan 8 to 14.
Mon Jan 16 2023
MOH expects no spike in COVID-19 cases during upcoming festive season
MOH does not expect to see a spike in new COVID-19 cases during the upcoming festive season, said Health D-G Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.
Tue Jan 10 2023
Number of evacuees continues to rise in flood-hit Sabah, Sarawak
In Sarawak, the number of evacuees rose to 9,398 from 2,725 families this morning.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Investigators find black boxes after deadly Washington plane crash, continue search for answers
Investigators recovered the so-called black boxes from the American Airlines Bombardier jet carrying 60 passengers and four crew members.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Malaysia among nine nations to meet in The Hague over alleged Israeli law violations
Nations expected to plan "coordinated legal, economic, and diplomatic actions" to hold Israel accountable for violating international law.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Near-misses at Washington airport worried pilots well before fatal crash
In the moments before the crash, an air traffic controller can be heard on recordings asking the Army helicopter to pass behind the jet.
Fri Jan 31 2025
No clear reason yet for Washington air disaster that killed 67, officials say
NTSB has begun collecting wreckage, including portions of the helicopter, and is storing it at a hangar at Reagan National.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Where do the legal cases against Trump's executive orders stand?
Here is a look at the cases and where they stand.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Moments before deadly stampede at India's Maha Kumbh, devotees pleaded to open more routes
Police say the path leading to main bathing area is only 50 metres wide and barricaded on either side to avoid people spilling over.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Risk of violence escalates in Myanmar's civil war as junta flags elections
Myanmar's embattled ruling generals are making their most concerted effort to gain legitimacy - by pushing to hold another election.
Fri Jan 31 2025
UN rights chief seeks $500 million in 2025, warning that lives are at risk
The annual appeal is for funds beyond the allocated UN funds from member states' fees, which make up just a fraction of the office's needs.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Floods in Sabah, Sarawak: PM orders NADMA to strengthen federal, state response machinery
PM says the primary focus at this moment is the welfare of flood victims and ensuring the safety of people in the affected areas.
Thu Jan 30 2025