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ANIMAL HEALTH
Heat, Haze Squeeze Livestock Farmers As Egg Output Falls
Livestock farmers in Malaysia are spending more to protect animals from heat and haze, as some report lower egg, poultry, and milk production. Experts caution that haze alone cannot explain the losses.
Second Red-Bellied Piranha Caught In Klau River: Group
Jejak Air Tawar announces the second catch of a red-bellied piranha (Pygocentrus nattereri) in Klau River in Raub, after a specimen was first discovered last August. Red-bellied piranha have razor-sharp teeth. DOF previously couldn't confirm a population.
MALAYSIA
DAP MP Wants More Powers For Proposed Health Service Commission
Bandar Kuching MP Kelvin Yii calls for constitutional amendments to empower a proposed Health Service Commission (SPK) to create positions and set emoluments for health workers. Such powers would be unique for SPK, compared to other service commissions.
Lindung 24/7 Backlash Tests Support For Mandatory Social Insurance: Socso
Lindung 24/7 was widely opposed because Malaysians resist sharing unforeseen risks, says Socso's deputy CEO Edmund Cheong. He believes long-term care insurance may be more acceptable because ageing is inevitable, but contributions must remain mandatory.
WORLD
A Toxic Recipe For Social Disconnect And Disaffection
Australians were less engaged in their communities, lonelier, unhappier and less satisfied with life, even before the present turmoil. But there is cause for hope.
APSMI Calls For Stronger Health Literacy As The Foundation For Responsible Self-Care Across Asia-Pacific
Self-care is defined as the ability of individuals, families, and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain well-being, and manage health conditions, with or without the support of health care professionals.
