Malaysia in talks to procure Merck's COVID-19 pills
Khairy said he has started negotiations to procure the new drugs.
Sat Oct 02 2021
KDN to engage all stakeholders before tabling new Drug Bill - Hamzah
This is to ensure that the new act will have a more comprehensive and structured legal aspect, Hamzah said.
Wed Sep 22 2021
Malaysia selected to test effectiveness of new drugs to cure COVID-19
Malaysia will conduct a study on three types of drugs to treat COVID-19 patients following large-scale international trials announced by the World Health Organisation (WHO) yesterday.
Fri Aug 13 2021
COVID-19: MOH uses new drug to prevent more severe health conditions
The Ministry of Health (MOH) is using Baricitinib, a new drug combination to prevent COVID-19 patients from transitioning to a more severe category, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba.
Wed Jul 21 2021
Seized Captagon pills new drug for militants overseas - Ayob Khan
The Captagon pills seized by the Royal Malaysian Customs Department recently are believed destined for third countries for use by militants, said Johor police chief Datuk Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay.
Thu Mar 25 2021
60 to 70 new drug addicts recorded daily - Nur Jazlan
There have been between 60 and 70 people in the country involved in drug abuse on a daily basis, said Deputy Home Minister Datuk Nur Jazlan Mohamed.
Sat Apr 15 2017
Scientists identify protein key to Alzheimer's treatment
A protein that appears to be key in the development of Alzheimer's disease has been identified by scientists who say the discovery could provide a new drug target for dementia.
Thu Oct 15 2015
Roche says new drug shows benefits in lung, bladder cancer tests
Roche's new immune-system boosting cancer drug has given positive results in tests on patients suffering from some lung and bladder cancers.
Sun Sep 27 2015
Fujifilm vs Ebola: Japan giants turn hands to medicine
When Japan announced it was ready to supply a new drug to help combat the deadly Ebola virus, one unusual detail emerged -- it would be made by Fujifilm.
Sun Aug 31 2014
Oklahoma executes second inmate with controversial drug
The US state of Oklahoma executed a second inmate Thursday by administering a new drug that has sparked controversy over suffering the condemned may suffer while dying.
Fri Jan 24 2014