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ANIMAL HEALTH
US Embassy Hiring Agricultural Marketing Specialist Ahead Of Anticipated Imports
The US embassy in Malaysia is hiring an agricultural marketing specialist, ahead of an anticipated increase in agricultural and food imports from the US under the ART trade pact. The specialist will represent the US Department of Agriculture in Malaysia.
US Eyes Premium Halal-Certified Beef Exports To Malaysia Under ART
The US targets expanding agricultural exports to Malaysia, especially halal-certified beef, besides dairy and inputs like soybeans and animal feed after Malaysia's recognition of the US food safety system under ART. US says its beef can compete on quality.
MALAYSIA
Low FMOS Uptake For Health Insurance Disputes In 2025
Health insurance disputes made up 3.4% of 3,253 complaints filed with the Financial Market Ombudsman Service (FMOS) in 2025. Of 112 health insurance cases, 83 (74%) were resolved via mediation or adjudication, with RM1.25m in estimated avoided court costs.
Base MHIT Can Curb Use Of Medical Card Like ‘Credit Card’: APHM
APHM president Dr Kuljit Singh says Malaysians often use their medical card like a "credit card” for minor ailments, arguing that the Base MHIT can instill patient responsibility. He also disputes the oft-cited 15% medical inflation figure for Malaysia.
WORLD
Probiotics For Cancer And Diabetes?
A growing body of research suggests the microbes living in our gut can shape whether certain cutting-edge immunotherapies succeed or fail, turning bacteria found in fermented foods and 'designer yoghurts' into unlikely players in the future of modern medicine.
Why Exercise Must Be A Priority For Women In Midlife
For women, particularly in midlife, keeping up regular physical activity plays a huge role in countering muscle loss related to hormonal shifts during menopause and supporting long-term well-being.
