29 September 2023
Singapore started tackling its ageing population early and yet is facing challenges. That does not mean others should not be learning from it.
Tag: ageing care
29 August 2023
Letter
Reducing Dementia Risk Across The Life Course: Never Too Early, Never Too Late – Sharifah Tahir, Yuenwah San & Dr Amar-Singh HSS
Dementia risk factors are interconnected and modifiable, and these risks start in childhood, persist and accumulate throughout life.
24 May 2023
Industry players agree on the need for increased regulation and oversight of private care facilities, but opinions differ on whether separate legislation or the Senior Citizens Bill is the appropriate vehicle for this.
3 May 2023
Family caregivers speak about abuse by carers (both hired and family members), balancing work, and providing care. Costs associated with domestic helpers and elderly homes can easily reach at least RM4,000 per month.
14 March 2023
Galen CEO Azrul Mohd Khalib proposes an aged care fund starting at age 45, while UM geriatrician Prof Dr Tan Maw Pin suggests written advance care directives.
5 December 2022
The Malaysian Medical Association cites contract doctors, health care financing, health care access in East Malaysia, ageing care, and NCDs as among the main issues for Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa to resolve.