Nadma receives ICT, medical equipment from US
The National Disaster Management Agency (Nadma) has received information technology (ICT) and medical equipment as well as personal protective equipment (PPE) worth RM1 million from the United States.
Tue Jun 15 2021
Use of saliva samples for COVID-19 test at govt hospitals soon - Dr Adham
Dr Adham said the sampling method using saliva is self-collected and this is expected to save on the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Thu Feb 18 2021
Former Lord President Salleh Abas laid to rest
The burial process was handled by some 10 personnel from the Terengganu Health Department who were wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
Sat Jan 16 2021
PM visits EMCO area at Medan 88 Bandar Baru Salak Tinggi
Clad in full personal protective equipment (PPE) set, the Prime Minister spent about half an hour checking around the EMCO area.
Wed Nov 11 2020
COVID-19: Procurement for flood management in progress - Redzuan
The procurement included the purchase of new assets, such as boats, four-wheel drive vehicles, food items, tents and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Sun Oct 18 2020
Personal protection equipment becomes focus of raya preparations
With just a few days of Ramadan left, Muslims are busy making last-minute preparations to celebrate Hari Raya Aidilfitri.
Thu May 21 2020
Wanting to help hospitals, Malaysian school girl sews dozens of PPEs
Nur Afia, who learned to sew at the age of five, can make four full personal protective equipment (PPE) gowns a day.
Mon May 11 2020
COVID-19: Thailand reports four new cases, one more death
The latest fatality - a 68-year-old Thai man from Bangkok who was diagnosed with the deadly virus in middle of March.
Sat May 09 2020
UMW Holdings contributes RM1.3mil to fight COVID-19 including PPE for healthcare frontliners
A total of 15,000 disposable headscarves, 10,000 gowns and 3,000 boot covers will be distributed to hospitals, where PPE are essential.
Sat Apr 25 2020
N95 face masks priority for healthcare personnel in ICU, COVID-19 wards - Noor Hisham
Healthcare personnel in normal clinics can use a three-layer face mask when not dealing with COVID-19 patients.
Mon Apr 20 2020
MoH closely monitoring PPE stock, usage - Health DG
The Health Ministry is closely monitoring the stock level and usage of each type of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in every state, Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said.
Tue Apr 14 2020
MOH probes head protector made from garbage bag
Viraled pictures of what purportedly was a health clinic personnel in Perak, wearing a head protector made from a garbage bag.
Sat Apr 11 2020
PPE supply for hospitals is enough, says Dr Noor Hisham
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has a sufficient supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) for frontliners in hospitals, said Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.
Wed Apr 08 2020
NIOSH hopes Budget 2015 able to promote workplace safety
The government should consider granting tax rebate for imported Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) to make them more affordable to employers and made available for use by their employees.
Sat Aug 16 2014
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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