Special housing should be built to prepare for ageing population - KLSP2040
KLSP2040 projects that the elderly population will be higher in 2040, namely at 17.3 per cent, compared to 9.2 per cent in 2025.
Wed Nov 15 2023
Govt to establish mental health institution - PM
The government will also take proactive steps to establish a new Geriatric Centre to provide high-quality healthcare service to the elderly.
Mon Sep 11 2023
Gemencheh octogenarian collapses, dies before casting her vote
According to police, the elderly lady was said to have collapsed suddenly and fell unconscious after dipping her finger in indelible ink.
Sat Aug 12 2023
China's new COVID wave set to hit 65 million cases a week
An infection wave similar to the last is not expected this time, but health authorities are warning that the elderly and sick are at risk.
Fri May 26 2023
Heat stroke - A risk for anyone exposed to extremely hot environment
The elderly, children and those with chronic diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity are more at risk of heat stroke.
Wed May 03 2023
COVID-19 cases still under control - Dr Zaliha
Dr Zaliha Mustafa said the number of COVID-deaths was also still low, mostly involving the elderly and individuals with comorbidities.
Tue Apr 18 2023
'Tough times': Warnings sound over China's rapid 'zero-COVID' exit
China may now pay the price for shielding a population that lacks "herd immunity" and has low vaccination rates among the elderly.
Wed Dec 14 2022
Nancy to focus on formulation of two new acts
KPWKM will focus on, among others, the formulation of the Elderly Persons Act and the Social Work Profession Act, said its new minister Nancy Shukri.
Mon Dec 05 2022
China to allow some positive COVID-19 cases to quarantine at home - Sources
Pregnant women, the elderly and people with underlying illnesses will qualify to isolate at home.
Thu Dec 01 2022
MOH to procure new COVID-19 vaccine for elderly, children with chronic diseases
The MOH will procure a new variant of the COVID-19 vaccine, especially for children with chronic diseases and the elderly, said minister Khairy Jamaluddin today.
Tue Sep 13 2022
Call for all parties to ensure information on cyber security reaches PwD, elderly
Information on cyber security concerns must be able to reach the people on the ground, especially Persons with Disabilities (PwD) and the elderly as they are more exposed to the risk.
Tue May 24 2022
Omicron: Senior citizens urged to take booster shots for optimal protection
With the Omicron variant still considered a serious threat, Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said optimal protection should be given especially to the elderly and chronic patients.
Sat Apr 16 2022
With carrot and stick, China presses ahead with COVID-19 vaccinations for elderly
Officials say some of the elderly worry about potential post-vaccination reactions or deem the shots unnecessary.
Fri Apr 01 2022
ProtectHealth offers home vaccination for the elderly with transport woes
ProtectHealth will provide home vaccination services to senior citizens who cannot go to vaccination centres due to transportation problems.
Fri Mar 25 2022
#KiniNews | Muhyiddin: I'll be among the first to receive Covid-19 vaccine
Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin will be among the first individuals in the country to receive the Covid-19 vaccine in a bid to convince Malaysians that the vaccine is safe and effective.
He said it would be followed by the frontliners, before being given to target groups, namely high-risk groups such as the elderly, those with non-communicable diseases and chronic respiratory diseases.
He said it would be followed by the frontliners, before being given to target groups, namely high-risk groups such as the elderly, those with non-communicable diseases and chronic respiratory diseases.
Tue Mar 22 2022