Tag: contract medical officers

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17 February 2023
Malaysia

MMA Schomos: The Ethical And Moral Duty To Strike

“Doctors have an ethical duty towards their patients. But it will not be long before this duty towards their patients becomes an ethical and moral duty to strike" – MMA Schomos, pointing out nothing much has changed after contract doctors' 2021 protest.
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15 February 2023
Malaysia

Report: Over 21,000 Vacancies In MOH In 2021

MOH registered a record-high 274,987 positions in 2021, but 7.8% (21,463) were vacant. MOH's latest annual report states that despite an increased supply of doctors, there's still a shortage. But the report doesn't provide figures on the gap.
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6 January 2023
Letter

My Malaysian Health Care Dream – Dr Leonard Goh

I dream of the day when our health care system is optimally staffed at all levels and properly equipped. The day when staff nurses and AMOs are not forced to cover gruelling double 8-hour shifts every other day, because there is simply not enough manpower.
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29 December 2022
Malaysia

Recap: Top 10 Malaysia Health Issues In 2022

2022 saw major health issues like medicine shortages, the tobacco bill, and MySejahtera, while chronic problems like overcrowded emergency departments, junior doctor bullying, and NCDs remain unresolved. Health care reform is a key question entering 2023.