
COVID-19: Buy only MDA approved self-test kits, MMA tells public
The Malaysia Medical Association (MMA) urged the public only to purchase COVID-19 saliva self-test kits that are approved by the Medical Device Authority (MDA), and buy from authorised sellers.
Tue Aug 24 2021

Investigate allegations of COVID-19 vaccines sold to private groups - MMA
The MMA has urged the relevant authorities including the MMC to conduct a full investigation into the allegations of COVID-19 vaccines being sold by a non-healthcare private company.
Wed Jun 23 2021

MMA urges MKN to address issue of private healthcare workers approval letters
The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has urged MKN to take immediate action to address the issue of approval letters for private healthcare workers during the MCO 3.0.
Wed Jun 02 2021

MMA calls for immediate audit on COVID-19 test kits by MOH
The MMA has urged the Health Ministry (MoH) to conduct an immediate and followed by regular audit on the quality of all the COVID-19 RTK Antigen test kits available in the market.
Tue May 18 2021

COVID: MMA calls for improvement in mild cases, close contacts management
The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) calls for urgently needed improvements in the Ministry of Health (MOH)'s handling of mild cases of COVID-19 (category 1 and 2) and their close contacts.
Sat Feb 06 2021

Increase private GP participation to speed up COVID vaccination programme - MMA
In its plans, the government should also prioritise locations with dense populations as they carry higher risk of COVID-19 transmissions, said Prof Datuk Dr Subramaniam Muniandy.
Fri Jan 29 2021

Budget 2021: Relief to vulnerable groups amid economic uncertainty
All these measures will provide the recipients with adequate relief to survive in 2021 should the economic recovery falter.
Sat Nov 21 2020

COVID-19: Vaccine is for prevention, not cure - MMA
When the vaccine was injected into the human body, it would help increase immunity in the body to fight diseases.
Fri Nov 06 2020

Focus on Sabah's healthcare, no need to declare emergency - MMA
The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has urged the federal government to speed up the emergency funds and all related aid needed to mitigate the situation in Sabah.
Sun Oct 25 2020

Don't get complacent in fight against COVID-19 - MMA
Although our country was recognised by WHO for our success in containing the pandemic, we cannot afford to enjoy and be careless.
Mon Oct 05 2020

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows
Only Australia, New Zealand, the Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Estonia and Iceland made the grade, according to IQAir.
Wed Mar 12 2025