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ANIMAL HEALTH
Malaysia Can Lead Region In Cutting Farm Antibiotic Use: Expert
A livestock expert says Malaysia can lead Southeast Asia in reducing farm antibiotic use by strengthening feed hygiene, biosecurity, and Salmonella control. Malaysia’s strong regulatory framework and imported antibiotic supply chain provide an advantage.
Veterinary Pathologist Says Animal Diseases Hold Clues To Human Disease
Erasmus Medical Centre’s Prof Vanessa Herder says veterinary pathology offers a window into how viruses emerge, spread between species, and determine who becomes severely ill – knowledge that is reshaping pandemic preparedness.
MALAYSIA
Explainer: MediAsas Just Regular Private Health Insurance With Pre-Existing Condition Exclusions
With age-based premium revisions and standard exclusions like pre-existing conditions, based on BNM's FAQ, MediAsas turns out to be a regular private health insurance product but is uncompetitive against other medical plans with >RM1 million annual limit.
MediAsas Doesn’t Cover Pre-Existing Conditions, Seven Years Before ‘No Look-Back’: BNM FAQ
MediAsas has 35 exclusions, such as pre-existing conditions, similar to standard medical plans. MediAsas' "no look-back" clause only takes effect after 7 continuous years, but claims can still be denied if non-disclosure was fraudulent/deliberate/reckless.
WORLD
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.
Bayer Appoints Simon Rosof To Lead Pharmaceuticals Business Across Asia Pacific
Rosof's appointment underscores Bayer's commitment to accelerating the delivery of innovative medicines and strengthening talent development across Asia Pacific.
