SaveMe 999 Archives

21 November 2025

Opinion

Hold TM Accountable For NG MERS 999 Disruptions

Like a telco in Australia, TM must be fined millions of ringgit for NG MERS 999 disruptions that potentially cost lives. The emergency comms system "upgrade" and SaveMe 999 app don't address Malaysia’s main problem of ageing and insufficient ambulances.

20 November 2025

Malaysia

SaveMe 999 App Not Mandatory For Emergency Calls, Says TM

Telekom Malaysia says the SaveMe 999 app isn't required to make calls, stressing that the 999-voice service remains the primary channel for emergency assistance. The new NG MERS 999 system had encountered issues due to a surge in call volume.

19 November 2025

Malaysia

Questions Over Whether Downloading 999 Emergency App Is Mandatory

A person has complained about being told to download the SaveMe 999 app, upon dialling 999 during a medical emergency. If the app is mandatory, it's unclear if this may hinder emergency features on smartphones that can make SOS calls and share location.

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Hold TM Accountable For NG MERS 999 Disruptions

SaveMe 999 App Not Mandatory For Emergency Calls, Says TM

Questions Over Whether Downloading 999 Emergency App Is Mandatory

Ampang Hospital’s IT System Down For 33 Hours In First Huge Outage

Report: Treasury Wants RM3b Cut To Health Ministry’s 2026 Budget

Too Many Agencies Involved In Doctor Workforce Pipeline: Health DG

Take Action Against Retail Blood Testing In Pharmacies — FPMPAM

Don’t Blame MOH Alone For Health Workforce Shortages — MMA