COVID and beyond: Labs unite to boost genomic surveillance globally
One of the big benefits that came from the pandemic was this huge global investment in infrastructure, said John Sillitoe.
Sat Jan 27 2024
COVID-19: No new variants detected, situation under control - Dr. Dzulkefly
Most reported cases involve mild symptoms and not requiring hospital treatment.
Fri Dec 29 2023
Analysis: Increase COVID-19 messaging to encourage boosters, derail misinformation
Malaysia is grappling with an increasing number of cases, a trend that is unlikely to end as it heads into year end festivities.
Thu Dec 21 2023
COVID-19: Current Omicron variant not virulent - Public Health Specialist
Dr. Tan Seok Hong said most active cases involving the Omicron variant exhibit mild symptoms.
Wed Dec 20 2023
COVID-19 cases rise to 20,696, MOH says no MCO plans for now
Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said for now no new variant has been detected except the transmission of the existing variant, Omicron.
Mon Dec 18 2023
COVID-19: More new cases but situation under control - Health DG
A total of 12,757 COVID-19 cases were reported during the 49thh Epidemiological Week from Dec 3-9, said Datuk Dr Muhammad Radzi Abu Hassan.
Wed Dec 13 2023
COVID-19 situation in Malaysia still under control - MOH
The rate of COVID-19 admission, including suspected COVID-19 patients, to health facilities dropped to 2.0 for every 100,000 population.
Thu Nov 23 2023
Explainer: Do I need to worry about COVID again?
Nicknamed "Pirola" on social media, the BA.2.86 Omicron subvariant is being tracked by both the WHO and CDC.
Sat Sep 09 2023
Highly mutated COVID variant found in new countries but pandemic in 'a different phase
The Omicron offshoot carries more than 35 mutations in key portions of the virus compared with XBB.1.5.
Fri Aug 25 2023
With wave of infections looming, is it time for another round of Covid-19 booster shots?
Two new subvariants of COVID-19, known as Eris and Fornax, have begun to circulate the U.S. in recent weeks.
Wed Aug 23 2023
Explainer: Eris, BA.2.86: Do I need to worry about COVID again?
COVID infections and hospitalizations have been rising in the US, Europe and Asia, with more cases attributed to the EG.5 "Eris" subvariant.
Mon Aug 21 2023
What is 'Eris', the new COVID variant?
Health officials are pointing at the EG.5 "Eris" coronavirus, a subvariant of the Omicron lineage that originally emerged November of 2021.
Tue Aug 15 2023
New study suggests COVID spread from deer to humans multiple times
Evolutionary analysis showed these white-tailed deer viruses originated from at least 109 independent spillovers from humans.
Thu Jul 13 2023
MoH encourages wearing face masks, same SOP applies
Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa said so far no new guidelines have been issued despite the emergence of new omicron subvariants.
Thu Apr 27 2023
WHO revises COVID-19 vaccine recommendations for Omicron-era
WHO said the aim was to focus efforts on vaccinating those facing the greatest threat of severe disease and death from COVID-19.
Wed Mar 29 2023
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
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024