Malaysia should grab chance to advance reforms in clinical research - PM Anwar
Malaysia should seize opportunities, endeavour to advance reforms and remove barriers to clinical research, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Thu May 09 2024
The Future Is Female: Women in Cardiology - The Heart of the Matter
What underlying factors contribute to the underrepresentation of women in cardiology, and how does gender influence the diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes of cardiovascular conditions? On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to consultant cardiologist Dr Norazlina Mohd Yusof, clinical lead for cardiology services at Prince Court Medical Centre.
Sun Apr 14 2024
The Future is Female: #IWD2024 - Gender Pain Gap: Women's Pain Matters
To commemorate #InternationalWomensDay 2024, this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale aims to shine a spotlight on a pressing issue at the intersection of gender equality and healthcare: the gender pain gap. Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Hannah Nazri, Director and Founder of the collective, Malaysian Doctors for Women & Children. She is a National Institute for Health and Care Research Academic Clinical Fellow in Obstetrics & Gynaecology at the University of Warwick, and has completed her PhD in endometriosis research at the Oxford University. She is also a member of the Board of Advisors for the Asia Network to End FGM/C.
Sun Mar 10 2024
Will AI replace doctors’ 'gut instincts'?
The value of healthcare workers' intuition in effective clinical care has been verified by reports around the world again and again.
Sat Jan 06 2024
David Beckham 'clinically depressed' after World Cup red card
In a new series, Victoria and David Beckham discuss the abuse they received late 1990s after he was sent off during a game with Argentina.
Mon Oct 02 2023
Claims of human organ trade must be taken seriously - Health DG
To tighten clinical governance of organ transplant in this country, MOH has established a transplantation committee that regulates the organ donation programme among living donors.
Fri Apr 07 2023
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
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
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
[COLUMNIST] Why Kuala Selangor must have Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad as the MP in Malaysia! - Rais Hussin
Dzulkefly does not only have a clinical mind but an erudite style of capturing the fine dynamics of the issues on the ground, Rais says.
Wed Nov 16 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
Malaysia keen to learn from Thailand evidence-based use of medical cannabis products
Khairy hopes Malaysia and Thailand will continue to exchange technical knowledge and clinical research on its safe and effective use.
Wed Aug 24 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 launches clinical practice guidelines on menopause management
Malaysia is now one of the pioneers in the management of menopause guidelines in Southeast Asia with the launch of Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPG) of Management of Menopause in Malaysia today.
Fri Jul 22 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
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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