Niaga SPOTLIGHT: Managing healthcare shortages and costs
The Ministry of Health (MOH) received RM41.22 billion under Budget 2024, up from RM36.3 billion the previous year. Personal healthcare expenditures in Malaysia are projected to double to RM13.2 billion by 2028.
However, the national health service faces a severe shortage of medical staff and patient overcrowding, boosting the popularity of private clinics for their convenience and affordability. By 2022, there were over 9,800 registered private health clinics.
Dr. Azizan Abdul Aziz, President of the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA), discusses solutions for public healthcare talent shortages and strategies to maintain affordable private primary care.
However, the national health service faces a severe shortage of medical staff and patient overcrowding, boosting the popularity of private clinics for their convenience and affordability. By 2022, there were over 9,800 registered private health clinics.
Dr. Azizan Abdul Aziz, President of the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA), discusses solutions for public healthcare talent shortages and strategies to maintain affordable private primary care.
Fri Jul 05 2024
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Age and mental sharpness have been at the center of the contest between Donald Trump and his Democratic rival, President Joe Biden.
Fri Jun 14 2024
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He is known only as "Modi uncle" to the children in his Delhi neighbourhood, many of whom he drives to school everyday.
Sun May 26 2024
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World Press Freedom Day 2024: Change needs to happen now before we drop further in RSF ranking
The RSF release of the 2024 World Press Freedom Index spotlights the challenges we face in Malaysia as we drop to a dismal ranking of 107.
Fri May 03 2024
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Indonesia's biggest party confirms President Jokowi no longer a member after backing Prabowo
Spotlight on Joko Widodo's next move ahead of Prabowo Subianto's presidency.
Tue Apr 23 2024
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Thai Parliament witnesses historic moment as 7 MPs don traditional baju Melayu
This unprecedented gesture aimed to spotlight and celebrate Malay culture and traditions in Thailand while advocating for their preservation.
Sat Apr 13 2024
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Ciri AI generatif dipercayai akan diberikan pada aplikasi seperti Siri, Spotlight, Apple Music, Health, Messages, Keynote dan bermacam-macam lagi.
Tue Mar 26 2024
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Killing of teen in China puts 'left behind' children of migrant workers in spotlight
The victim and the three detained boys are all children of rural migrant workers who often leave them in the care of grandparents.
Tue Mar 19 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
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Arab musicians' songs about Gaza put spotlight on Palestinian issues
The music mixes defiance, helplessness and anger over the war being waged by Israel on Hamas.
Sun Mar 03 2024
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Lisbon plaques remember Portugal's 'silenced' role in slavery
Plaques turning the spotlight on Lisbon's role in slavery and "silenced" African history have been installed in various locations.
Sat Jan 20 2024
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Inquiry opens into Johannesburg fire that killed 77
A fire in Johannesburg killed 77 people, throwing a spotlight on gangs that seize abandoned buildings and illegally rent them out.
Thu Oct 26 2023
AWANI Review: Breaking Barriers | Confronting Unspoken Bias
There are many unspoken stereotypes that make it harder for women to succeed in the workplace. Azielia Anne and Malisse Tan shine a spotlight on the unique challenges women face in their careers and discuss breaking down gender biases.
Sat Sep 30 2023
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Soccer - Spending spree ensures Asian Champions League spotlight falls on Saudi clubs
Kawasaki Frontale, meanwhile, face a tricky opener against Malaysia's Johor Darul Ta'zim in Group I.
Mon Sep 18 2023
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'Man on the Run' : Spotlight on Jho Low and the 1MDB scandal
The documentary will also feature an exclusive interview with former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak.
Thu Aug 03 2023