Tag: Poisons Act 1952

7 November 2023

Medical Groups Demand Relisting Of Liquid Nicotine, After Cabinet Moots GEG Decoupling

The Malaysian Pharmacists Society, Malaysian Council for Tobacco Control, Galen Centre, and the Commonwealth Medical Association demand the relisting of liquid nicotine into the Poisons List, after a Cabinet decision to decouple GEG from the tobacco bill.

20 October 2023

Letter

Where Is The Sense Of Urgency For The Tobacco Bill? – Vivania Shakti Ram

By not giving enough importance to the life-changing impact of nicotine addiction and the seriousness of health problems tied to alternative tobacco products, we are inflicting more harm on our youth.

18 October 2023

Letter

Protecting Oral Health And Safeguarding Our Youth From Vape Dangers — Dr Janice Hew Pei Fang

Dental research has shown connections between vaping product use and gum disease and, separately, damage to the tooth’s enamel. Other possible effects include throat and mouth irritation, potentially leading to a higher risk of tooth decay and cavities.

11 October 2023

Malaysia

Zaliha Claims Vape Sold Illegally ‘Without Any Control’ – Even Before Nicotine Delisting

In an Oct 5 affidavit, Dr Zaliha Mustafa claims nicotine vape had been sold widely and illegally, "without any form of control", even before she delisted liquid nicotine. But MOH and police have been seizing nicotine-containing vape liquids since 2015.

10 October 2023

Letter

Tobacco Bill Postponement Unacceptable, Betrayal Of Public Trust — MMA

We were hopeful about the government's commitment to the bill, but recent decisions, like removing liquid and gel nicotine from the Poisons Act and the current postponement, have eroded our confidence in their dedication to this legislation.

9 October 2023

Letter

Why Are Ministers And MPs Silent On Liquid Nicotine Delisting? – Prof Dzulkifli Abdul Razak

Prof Dzulkifli Abdul Razak says the health minister's disregarding of the Poisons Board in delisting liquid nicotine sets an unwarranted precedent. He also questions the silence of education, youth and sports, economy, environment, and science ministers.

6 October 2023

Malaysia

Zaliha: Delisting Liquid Nicotine Didn’t Need Poisons Board Approval

Dr Zaliha Mustafa says as health minister, the Poisons Act allowed her to exempt liquid nicotine from the Poisons List without approval from the Poisons Board; only "consultation" needed. She also says stakeholders like MCTC don't have a right to be heard.

4 October 2023

Malaysia

Revised Tobacco Bill Tabling Scheduled Next Monday In Unusual Process

The government plans to table a revised Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Bill in Parliament Monday in an unorthodox process. GEG revisions include higher fines for suppliers, lower fines for GEG smokers/ vapers, 2-year educational enforcement.

7 September 2023

Malaysia

Court Denies Anti-Tobacco Bid To Suspend Liquid Nicotine Delisting

The High Court has denied an application by anti-tobacco groups to stay the health minister's order exempting liquid nicotine from the Poisons Act; the judge said applicants needed to show "special circumstances" for a stay. Case hearing is set for Dec 6.

3 August 2023

Malaysia

BAT’s Disposable Vape Enters Malaysian Market

Tobacco giant BAT has launched its Vuse disposable vape with up to 1,500 puffs in Malaysia, priced at RM22, after the government delisted liquid nicotine. Vuse is sold nationwide on Shopee and Lazada, and in convenience stores in Klang Valley and Penang.

Tag: Poisons Act 1952

Medical Groups Demand Relisting Of Liquid Nicotine, After Cabinet Moots GEG Decoupling

Where Is The Sense Of Urgency For The Tobacco Bill? – Vivania Shakti Ram

Protecting Oral Health And Safeguarding Our Youth From Vape Dangers — Dr Janice Hew Pei Fang

Zaliha Claims Vape Sold Illegally ‘Without Any Control’ – Even Before Nicotine Delisting

Tobacco Bill Postponement Unacceptable, Betrayal Of Public Trust — MMA

Why Are Ministers And MPs Silent On Liquid Nicotine Delisting? – Prof Dzulkifli Abdul Razak

Zaliha: Delisting Liquid Nicotine Didn’t Need Poisons Board Approval

Revised Tobacco Bill Tabling Scheduled Next Monday In Unusual Process

Court Denies Anti-Tobacco Bid To Suspend Liquid Nicotine Delisting

BAT’s Disposable Vape Enters Malaysian Market

Proposed Medical Act Amendment ‘Huge Mistake’ With Non-Accredited Parallel Pathway: Paediatric Surgeon

University Opposition Swells Against Amending Medical Act For Parallel Pathway

IJN Directs Cardiothoracic Parallel Trainees to Get UiTM ‘Accreditation’ After MMC’s Non-Recognition

Hisham Didn’t Have A ‘Split Personality’ As Health DG, MMC President: Lawyers

MOH To Offer More HLP Scholarships, Parallel Pathway Slots Amid MMC Dispute