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
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024