VOICES
ANIMAL HEALTH
Government Plans Mandatory Dog Microchipping Before Local Council Licensing
24 February, 2026
The government plans to require pet dogs to be microchipped before local councils issue licences, with a pilot project to test feasibility. DVS currently encourages – but does not mandate – microchipping for pet dogs and cats before vaccination.
DVS Facing 50% Veterinary Officer Shortage Nationwide: Minister
23 February, 2026
Mat Sabu says DVS is short of 257 veterinary officers, with 255 filled posts against 512 needed, leaving DVS operating at half of its required manpower nationwide. Vacancies can't be filled automatically because appointments are subject to JPA approval.
ART Enables US As New Source Country For Food Security: KPKM
16 February, 2026
Pork Importers Back Pig Farming Ban In Selangor
12 February, 2026
MB: Selangor To Completely Import Pork, Ban Pig Farming
12 February, 2026
MALAYSIA
GSK Survey Finds 78% Of Adults Worry About Disruption To Life From Shingles
26 February, 2026
The survey results highlight the need for greater public health education on how chronic ill-health and lowered immunity may increase shingles risk, reframing shingles awareness as an essential part of routine care for adults aged 50 and over living with certain chronic health conditions.
Regular Eggs Still Main Supply Despite Omega Egg Visibility: KPKM
25 February, 2026
Omega and selenium eggs make up only 3-4% of Malaysia’s egg production, with regular eggs still dominating supply, says Mat Sabu. Malaysia produced 15.8 billion eggs in 2024 and expects a 10% rise last year, with egg SSR currently at 107%.
How Dr M From Class Of 1947 Conquered Fear To Study Medicine
25 February, 2026
New Survey Reveals Gaps In Diabetes Care Awareness
24 February, 2026

WORLD
Foodborne Disease Costs Singapore $80m Annually: Study
25 February, 2026
A new study has found that foodborne disease (FBD) costs Singapore SG$80m annually in economic burden (direct and indirect costs). Non-typhoidal Salmonella contributed the highest cost from known pathogens at SG$8m. Unspecified gastroenteritis cost SG$65m.
Child Suicide Exposes Indonesia’s Mental Health Gap
24 February, 2026
Indonesia is seeing rising signs of suicidality among children as school pressure, economic stress and limited mental‑health support strain young lives.
How Floods And Landslides Are Triggering Deadly Diseases In Indonesia
23 February, 2026
Probiotics For Cancer And Diabetes?
6 February, 2026
Why Exercise Must Be A Priority For Women In Midlife
4 February, 2026




























