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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
Budget 2027: ProtectHealth Welcomes RM280m For Health Screening, Hospital Outsourcing
The allocations will support ProtectHealth’s continuing role in expanding access to care across both preventive and hospital services.
Budget 2027: RM200 MediAsas Premium Subsidies For 200,000 Workers In First Year
Under Budget 2027, the government will provide RM200 subsidies for MediAsas premiums in the first year for up to 200,000 workers. If the RM200 subsidy for premiums paid to ITOs is for one whole year, not per month, it will cost the government RM40 million.
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.
