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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
State Government Can Address Doctor No-Shows If Sabah Gets 40% Revenue: Masidi
Sabah DCM Masidi Manjun says staff accommodation and remuneration of doctors are the federal government's financial and constitutional responsibility, but says the state government can do much more if Sabah gets its constitutional 40% revenue entitlement.
MMA Sabah: Only 34% Of Medical Officers Showed Up For Hospital Postings
MMA Sabah says only 34% of medical officers from outside Sabah posted to hospitals in the state had reported for duty (47 out of 138). If this 66% no-show rate persists till Oct 7, it will exceed the deputy health minister's earlier 50% no-show projection.
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.
