Singapore's PM Lee COVID-19 positive again
Lee Hsien Loong noted that his "doctors say it is a COVID rebound which happens in 5-10 per cent of cases."
Thu Jun 01 2023
Taiwan to end COVID quarantine for arrivals, welcome back tourists
Arrivals will still need to monitor their health for a seven day period and take rapid tests.
Thu Sep 29 2022
COVID: RTK-Ag test kits to be distributed to 59 Perak ADUN service centres - Exco
The Perak government has prepared 1,000 free self-test COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Kits (RTK-Ag) for each of 59 ADUN service centres.
Tue May 03 2022
Individuals undergoing HSO can be released on fourth day if confirmed negative - Khairy
COVID-19 positive individuals who are undergoing HSO order can be released on the fourth day if confirmed negative through COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test (RTK-Ag) supervised by a medical practitioner.
Wed Apr 27 2022
COVID: MOH can take action against individuals falsifying test results - Khairy
The Ministry of Health (MOH) can take legal action against individuals who falsify antigen rapid test kit (RTK) results in the MySejahtera application, said its Minister Khairy Jamaluddin.
Sat Mar 26 2022
Govt studying need to review ceiling price of COVID-19 self test kits - Nanta Linggi
The government is looking into the need to review the ceiling price for COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Kits in the market.
Thu Mar 10 2022
Public urged not to be influenced by dubious RTK antigen test results
The public has been advised not to be influenced by the various videos on social media showing COVID-19 rapid test kits (RTK) giving dubious results.
Sun Mar 06 2022
Malaysian-made COVID-19 antigen rapid test kit scores 100 pct accuracy
Mediven develops, manufactures, and markets advanced high quality clinical diagnostic molecular and rapid tests.
Wed Mar 02 2022
Omicron survives longer on plastic, skin than prior variants; nose swabbing found best for rapid tests
The Omicron variant can survive longer than earlier versions of the coronavirus on plastic surfaces and human skin.
Tue Jan 25 2022
Compulsory on-arrival COVID-19 test for travellers arriving in Singapore via land VTL from Nov 29
All travellers arriving in Singapore from Malaysia via the land VTL will be required to undertake an Antigen Rapid Test (ART) upon arrival.
Sun Nov 28 2021
COVID-19 self-test kits set to be sold in supermarkets, chain stores this month - Nanta
The self-test kits are currently sold at all registered community pharmacies or health facilities nationwide.
Thu Oct 14 2021
New ceiling price for COVID-19 test kit to be known next month
The new wholesale and retail ceiling price for the COVID-19 antigen rapid test kit (self-test) will be issued next month, Nanta said.
Fri Oct 08 2021
Public advised to check with MDA before buying rapid test kits online
There are 14 licensed companies in Malaysia that distribute rapid test kit products approved by the Health Ministry's MDA.
Mon Sep 13 2021
MOH looking to use other drugs to treat COVID-19 patients - Dr Hishamshah
Dr Hishamshah said these drugs will add to the number of drugs that are being used to treat COVID-19 patients in the serious categories.
Thu Sep 09 2021
141 inspections on sale of COVID-19 antigen rapid test kits conducted Monday - Rosol
Rosol said two of the three premises that sold the test kits above the ceiling price were issued a warning.
Wed Sep 08 2021
Is climate change making tropical storms more frequent? Scientists say it's unclear
Scientists say it remains unclear how much climate change is reshaping the storm season.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism
The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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