Free influenza vaccine for senior citizens programme would launched end of this year, the Dewan Rakyat was told. “As of April 15 2024, the government has agreed to give out free influenza vaccine for individuals aged 60 and above, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. “The programme would be launched end of 2024.”…
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad revealed that the operational areas for Madani Medical Scheme (SPM) is meant to ensure efficient utilisation of financial resources and increase the effectiveness of the health services “As of June 6, 2024, RM94.8 million out of the allocated RM 100 million have been spent,” he said. “Patients with…
Housing and Local Government Minister Kor Ming announced that a proposal to waive parking fees for electric vehicles (EVs) entering cities is under consideration. This initiative aims to promote EV usage following the recent introduction of “green plates” for these vehicles. “We are currently studying the possibility of giving parking exemption for EV cars as…
A coalition of Indian NGOs led by Agamam Ani Malaysia urged the government to retain matriculation quota for Indian students. “Prime Minister’s (Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim) announcement that all students achieving 10’A’s in SPM will be prioritized for matriculation regardless of race is a very good decision. “However, does this decision benefit Indian students? Certainly…
MCA Youth Chief Ling Tian Soon is determined to secure placements in the matriculation program for 69 non-Bumiputera students who achieved 10 ‘A’s in Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) but were rejected to enter the program. They were rejected before the government relaxed ethnic quotas for excellent students. The Education Ministry is expected to announce the…
A chemical leak at the KLIA Southern Support Zone Aircraft Engineering area resulted in at least 20 people vomiting. The Selangor Fire and Rescue Department operations control centre reported today that the individuals affected were employees from Sepang Aircraft, MAS Engineering Hangar, and CAE. “Six were sent to the air disaster unit, 13 to the…
The damaged wall and drain of the historic Sien See Sze Ya Temple on Jalan Suasa 6 in Pekan Sungai Besi will be reconstructed, said Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) advisory board member Carmen Leong. “City Hall has promised to rebuild the drain. “The local authority will also assist the temple by demolishing the wall…
Penang’s health committee chairman, Daniel Gooi, advised the public to exercise caution as Covid-19 cases surged, to help contain the spread of the virus. “People should wear face masks in crowded areas and wash their hands regularly. “These are basic precautionary measures that we should adopt. We must also closely monitor the health of all…
Gua Musang Pas has submitted three names to the party’s state chapter for the Nenggiri state by-election which sets the party at odds with its ally, Bersatu. Division chief Azman Ahmad said all three names are locals and are part of the party leadership. “We are still hopeful that our candidate will be chosen because,…
Universiti Malaya Feminism Club (UMFC) President Chin Jes Weng, emphasised the urgency of advocating for sexual and reproductive health and rights among tertiary students in light of the rising HIV cases. “Sex is taboo in society, and it does not help with protecting students’ health,” she said. She said not enough is being done to…
