Australia to legalise MDMA and magic mushrooms for medical use
The two drugs are currently "prohibited substances" and can only be used in closely controlled clinical trials.
Sat Feb 04 2023
Malaysia the preferred destination for global clinical trials - Dr Zaliha
The large number of experienced clinical research professionals has boosted Malaysia's position as a preferred destination for global clinical trials.
Fri Dec 23 2022
Malaysia's genome variations ideal for clinical trial site - Khairy
The genome variations of Malaysia from its diverse population offer the best and most ideal site for clinical trial research, said Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin.
Mon Sep 05 2022
MOH welcomes clinical trials on products containing cannabis extract for medical use
Companies with medical cannabis products that have been approved abroad, can apply to have their products registered and marketed in M'sia.
Thu Jul 28 2022
Malaysia leads development of clinical trials of drugs to treat dengue
Malaysia will lead the development of clinical trials of several existing medicines used for other diseases to treat dengue fever in the country.
Sun Jun 05 2022
MOSTI to conduct clinical trials for two locally-produced vaccines - Dr Adham
MOSTI will be conducting clinical trials for two vaccines produced in the country through the establishment of the Malaysian Genome and Vaccine Institute (MGVI).
Mon Nov 29 2021
FDA says benefits outweigh risks for Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine in children
The vaccine makers said their shot showed 90.7% efficacy against the coronavirus in a clinical trial of children 5 to 11 years old.
Sat Oct 23 2021
Pfizer/BioNTech say data show COVID-19 vaccine safe and protective in kids
The companies said the vaccine generated an immune response in the 5-to-11-year-olds in their Phase II/III clinical trial.
Mon Sep 20 2021
Malaysia to conduct clinical trials on cholera vaccine by year end - Dr Adham
Malaysia is expected to carry out clinical trial phases for the cholera vaccine by the end of this year under the National Vaccine Development Roadmap.
Thu Sep 16 2021
Could a preventive treatment against migraines soon be in use?
A preventive treatment against migraines is currently in the clinical trial phase.
Wed Aug 25 2021
Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine gains full U.S. regulatory approval
The FDA provided its full approval for use in people age 16 and older based on updated data from the companies' clinical trial.
Tue Aug 24 2021
'Warm' COVID-19 vaccine effective against all key variants: Study
The data collected by the CSIRO will be used to select which Mynvax formulations progress to human clinical trials in India later in 2021.
Fri Jul 16 2021
NHRVR to ensure integrity of clinical trials in Malaysia
The initiative will enhance the ability and capability of Malaysia in conducting clinical trials in accordance with international standards.
Fri Jul 02 2021
Arthritis drug shows promise against severe COVID: Study
A repurposed arthritis drug has shown positive results in a clinical trial of patients hospitalized with COVID-19.
Fri Jun 18 2021
MOH starts Ivermectin trial for high risk COVID-19 patients - Health D-G
The MOH and the Institute for Clinical Research (ICR) have started clinical trials to study the use and efficacy of Ivermectin for high-risk COVID-19 patients at 12 MOH hospitals.
Sat Jun 05 2021
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024