elderly community Archives

16 July 2026

Letter

Facing The Silver Tsunami: Why Malaysia Must Overhaul Its Aged Care Infrastructure — Dr Rajeentheran Suntheralingam

By 2030, one in six Malaysians will be elderly. By 2040, one in five. The question is not whether we can afford to act. The question is whether we can afford not to.

22 April 2026

Letter

Predatory Audiology Practices Fuel Malaysia’s Dementia Crisis — Dr Bryan Kek

If we do not regulate the cost and quality of hearing health today, our health care system will pay a much higher price for dementia wards tomorrow.

21 April 2026

Malaysia

Only 15% Of Malaysian Seniors Ageing Well, Dementia Rate Up: NHMS 2025

NHMS 2025 reveals a poor state of health among Malaysian seniors: only 15% ageing well, dementia prevalence rose to 10%, and high prevalence of NCDs (diabetes: 39%, hypertension: 73%, high cholesterol: 76%). About 68% live with at least 2 chronic diseases.

16 January 2026

Opinion

The Grey Wave Is Here. Our Policies Are Not Ready

In an inaugural piece for her "Grey Wave" column, Dr Zarihah Zain says ageing is still treated as welfare, rather than a matter of rights. The State must take responsibility over issues of health care, income security, and legal protection for seniors.

12 December 2025

Letter

Fit To Work Until 65? Reforming The Retirement Age Policy — Muhammad Hafeez Basri

If workers do not have the capacity to remain fit and healthy into their 60s, simply raising the retirement age will not deliver the benefits policymakers expect.

19 May 2025

Malaysia

Preventing Dementia: The Role of Lifestyle, Diet, And Community-Based Interventions

Scientific evidence highlights the significant role of a healthy diet, regular physical activity, and cognitive engagement in reducing dementia risk.

15 May 2025

World

Do Anti-Ageing Treatments Actually Work?

There is no dearth of treatments that claim to hold back ageing. No magic pill exists that is proven to work – but we do know of some that might.

17 February 2025

Letter

Improve Flu Vaccine Supply To Private Facilities — Malaysian Medical Association

MMA expresses concern about the shortage of flu vaccines in private clinics, as many patients are now asking for their shots. MMA urges MOH and all vaccine suppliers to ensure adequate distribution of flu vaccines to private clinics and hospitals.

10 February 2025

Malaysia

Free Influenza Vaccines For High-Risk Seniors Amid Supply Concerns

Malaysia will offer free flu vaccines to seniors aged 60+ with at least one chronic illness starting Feb 18, 2025. MOH says vaccine shortages are temporary amid surging demand after Barbie Hsu’s death. Bookings open Feb 14 on MySejahtera.

23 October 2024

Letter

Joint Response By Civil Society Organisations Representing Older Malaysians On Budget 2025

The recognition of the need for long-term care through increased tax provisions is a welcome development.

Tag: elderly community

Facing The Silver Tsunami: Why Malaysia Must Overhaul Its Aged Care Infrastructure — Dr Rajeentheran Suntheralingam

Predatory Audiology Practices Fuel Malaysia’s Dementia Crisis — Dr Bryan Kek

Only 15% Of Malaysian Seniors Ageing Well, Dementia Rate Up: NHMS 2025

The Grey Wave Is Here. Our Policies Are Not Ready

Fit To Work Until 65? Reforming The Retirement Age Policy — Muhammad Hafeez Basri

Preventing Dementia: The Role of Lifestyle, Diet, And Community-Based Interventions

Do Anti-Ageing Treatments Actually Work?

Improve Flu Vaccine Supply To Private Facilities — Malaysian Medical Association

Free Influenza Vaccines For High-Risk Seniors Amid Supply Concerns

Joint Response By Civil Society Organisations Representing Older Malaysians On Budget 2025

Government Drops Appeal Against Liquid Nicotine Court Ruling

MOH And JPA Making It Hard For Specialists To Stay — Specialist

When Weight Loss Wins Over Wellness: The GLP-1 Overflooding In Malaysia — Lisa Amanda Gintingan & Ho Sweet Lee

Ex-Hospital Director Transferred To Avoid Interference With Further Probe: Dzulkefly

Over 6,200 Medical Officers Quit From 2021 To 2025: Dzulkefly