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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
JPA Already Granted Autonomy To MOH: Johor MB
Johor MB Onn Hafiz says he's merely demanding that MOH fulfil its promise to post health workers to the state amid a "critical" shortage of doctors and nurses hampering various hospitals, pointing out that JPA already gave MOH autonomy to manage positions.
Experts: TB Elimination Requires Finding Patients Before They Become Sick
TB elimination requires finding infection before illness, not just treating disease after symptoms appear. Experts urge active case finding, preventive treatment, AI-assisted screening, and integrated testing to stop transmission earlier.
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.
