VOICES
ANIMAL HEALTH
ART Enables US As New Source Country For Food Security: KPKM
16 February, 2026
KPKM minister Mat Sabu says the ART pact allows Malaysia to use the US as a new food supply source and expand agricultural exports. The deal also commits Malaysia to recognise US food safety and SPS standards in future trade agreements.
Pork Importers Back Pig Farming Ban In Selangor
12 February, 2026
A pork importers' group backs total reliance on imported pork in Selangor, arguing that local farmers can't afford the scale needed for pollution control. PPPKM says imported pork already covers 80% of demand, claiming imported pork is cheaper and safer.
MB: Selangor To Completely Import Pork, Ban Pig Farming
12 February, 2026
US Eyes Premium Halal-Certified Beef Exports To Malaysia Under ART
5 February, 2026
MALAYSIA
New Survey Reveals Gaps In Diabetes Care Awareness
24 February, 2026
A new survey by Abbott, the global health care company, found that while nine out of 10 Malaysians living with diabetes regularly check their glucose levels, nearly 40 per cent do not recall their HbA1c levels.
Specialist Gets Warning Letter After Raising Miri Hospital’s Doctor Shortage
23 February, 2026
MOH’s integrity unit has issued a warning letter to a Miri Hospital specialist, who highlighted doctor shortages on social media. Miri Hospital’s administration is also seeking to identify another specialist, who wrote to CodeBlue about alleged wage theft.
Cancer Patient Gets Full Premium Refund After Medical Policy Voided
20 February, 2026
Galen Centre Gets Covid Deja Vu With Nationwide TB Epidemic
16 February, 2026
Only 53% Of Housemen Slots Nationwide Filled: MOH
16 February, 2026

WORLD
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
Flooding, building debris, and damaged drainage systems are creating new breeding sites for mosquitoes and flies. Implementing targeted vector surveillance, enhancing emergency drainage systems, and maintaining effective waste management can help.
Probiotics For Cancer And Diabetes?
6 February, 2026
Why Exercise Must Be A Priority For Women In Midlife
4 February, 2026
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