21 May 2026
Experts urge high-risk adults to get their influenza shots at private and public health care facilities ahead of the mid-year influenza season.
Tag: influenza
31 October 2025
PMPASKL president Dr Eugene Chooi says vaccination can only be legally performed by registered medical practitioners. He also demands an apology from organisations or individuals who may have misled the public about who can legally administer vaccines.
24 October 2025
DG Mahathar says pharmacists are barred from administering vaccines, citing Acts 586, 366, and 50. Vaccination can only be carried out by registered medical practitioners. Any workshop implying that pharmacists can legally vaccinate may mislead the public.
22 October 2025
While it is important to make health care more accessible, it must never come at the expense of quality, safety, or clinical integrity.
17 March 2025
The MOH is procuring more influenza vaccines for seniors, adding to 170,000 doses allocated. Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad said 320,000 doses were initially procured, with 150,000 set aside for frontliners. About 29,393 doses remain in 421 MOH clinics.
17 February 2025
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 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.
1 October 2024
The annual influenza vaccination is not just a precaution; it’s a key safeguard against the many risks and complications that can arise from influenza.
6 June 2024
To set the foundation for a successful vaccination programme, more intensive educational campaigns are needed, strategically designed to address misconceptions and alleviate concerns.
4 June 2024
Letter
Upper Respiratory Tract Infections Don’t Necessarily Mean Covid — Manipal Alumni Association Malaysia
There are other upper respiratory tract infections of viral origin that should be taken note of, says the Manipal Alumni Association Malaysia. An example is Influenza A and B, which can be just as debilitating as Covid, if not more so at this current time.