antimicrobial resistance Archives

8 January 2026

Animal health

DVS Finds Rising AMR In Malaysian Livestock, Excessive Antibiotic Use

DVS reports rising antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in nationwide farms among poultry, pigs, and dairy cattle, as Salmonella and E. Coli samples show increasing resistance to commonly used antibiotics. DVS links AMR to excessive antibiotic use in livestock.

18 December 2025

Animal health

Three Ministries’ ‘One Health’ Approach To AMR, Zoonotic Disease: Minister

Malaysia has a One Health approach to curbing AMR and zoonotic disease that involves three ministries: MOH, KPKM, and NRES. Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad says 75% of new diseases originate from animals. Human, animal, and environmental health are linked.

20 August 2025

Animal health

Fomca Demands Phased Bans On Chlorinated Chicken, Ractopamine In Animals

Fomca calls for gradual bans on chlorinated chicken and ractopamine in all food-producing animals. Malaysia permits ractopamine in pigs but not cattle; the controversial feed additive is banned in 160 countries. Most local poultry is washed with chlorine.

19 March 2025

Letter

Top 5 Misconceptions About Antibiotics Malaysians Need To Stop Believing — Prof Dr Zamberi Sekawi

The reckless misuse and overprescription of antibiotics have become pressing concerns, posing a severe threat to their long-term effectiveness.

12 March 2025

Letter

Antimicrobial Resistance In Malaysia: How A Simple Sore Throat Can Worsen A Global Crisis — Dr Petrick Periyasamy

Antibiotic overuse in Malaysia is fuelling antimicrobial resistance, making common infections harder to treat. Without action, routine illnesses could pose life-threatening risks and strain the health care system.

10 January 2025

Malaysia

Up To 45% Antibiotic Prescription Rates In MOH, University Hospitals: Health Minister

MOH and university hospitals report antibiotic prescription rates of 44% to 45.5% for inpatients, mainly driven by ICU wards, says the health minister. In health clinics, antibiotic prescription rates for outpatients range from about 3% to 5%.

21 November 2024

Letter

Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance In The Animal Health Sector — Dr Quaza Nizamuddin Hassan Nizam

Antimicrobials are used in humans, animals, and plants, making it essential to engage all stakeholders to increase awareness and encourage urgency to tackle AMR effectively.

20 December 2023

Malaysia

Study: 30% Of Malaysians Prescribed Antibiotics As Covid Treatment

An Ipsos consumer insight study finds that while 31% of Malaysians were prescribed antivirals for Covid treatment, another 30% were prescribed antibiotics. Only 31% of Malaysians are aware of Covid prescription therapeutics. AMR has been rising globally.

25 September 2023

Letter

The Evolving Role Of Pharmacists In Medication Safety — Prof Ong Chin Eng

Pharmacists are increasingly seen as critical partners in the multidisciplinary care team, addressing complex patient needs.

18 September 2023

World

Health Must Be Fast-Tracked For 2030

The world needs more and better skilled health workers to attain the SDG targets and continue to foster global health beyond 2030.

Tag: antimicrobial resistance

DVS Finds Rising AMR In Malaysian Livestock, Excessive Antibiotic Use

Three Ministries’ ‘One Health’ Approach To AMR, Zoonotic Disease: Minister

Fomca Demands Phased Bans On Chlorinated Chicken, Ractopamine In Animals

Top 5 Misconceptions About Antibiotics Malaysians Need To Stop Believing — Prof Dr Zamberi Sekawi

Antimicrobial Resistance In Malaysia: How A Simple Sore Throat Can Worsen A Global Crisis — Dr Petrick Periyasamy

Up To 45% Antibiotic Prescription Rates In MOH, University Hospitals: Health Minister

Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance In The Animal Health Sector — Dr Quaza Nizamuddin Hassan Nizam

Study: 30% Of Malaysians Prescribed Antibiotics As Covid Treatment

The Evolving Role Of Pharmacists In Medication Safety — Prof Ong Chin Eng

Health Must Be Fast-Tracked For 2030

Bleak Future For Malaysia’s Health Assurance Industry — Dr Mohamed Rafick Khan

Nutritionists: Follow Malaysia’s Scientific Food Pyramid, Not US Inverted Pyramid

CodeBlue’s View: Doctors Must Follow The Law. Period.

Transfer Allowance Opened To Contract Doctors, Pharmacists, Dentists With 2025 Permanent Appointments: Minister

Digital Ministry Opens RM87m Tender For MySejahtera App Maintenance Over Three Years