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The Star
a day ago
- Health
- The Star
MOH unveils key guidelines on thalassemia prevention, treatment
PUTRAJAYA: The Health Ministry (MOH) has launched five key documents to serve as comprehensive references on thalassemia, addressing diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and the importance of genetic counseling. These documents include the National Thalassemia Control and Prevention Programme Strategic Plan and Action Plan 2024-2030, the Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Management of Thalassemia (Second Edition), the Malaysia Thalassemia Registry Annual Report 2022-2023, the National Thalassemia Screening Programme Guidelines for Primary Healthcare, and the Thalassemia Carrier Mapping and Report from the Screening Programme for Form 4 Students (2017-2021). Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the launch demonstrates MOH's strong commitment to enhancing efforts in thalassemia prevention and treatment. "Thalassemia is a hereditary condition with a long and complex treatment process that can cost up to RM2.74mil. "More importantly, it is a preventable disease. Early screening, genetic health education, and counseling not only meet policy objectives but also serve as cost-saving measures and social investments for the health of future generations,' he said in a statement on Sunday (June 1). Dr Dzulkefly also highlighted that 212 thalassemia patients have been successfully cured through bone marrow transplants to date. "Besides transplants, continuous prevention efforts have significantly reduced new thalassemia births by 49 per cent over the past 12 years (2009-2021),' he added. - Bernama
New Straits Times
a day ago
- Health
- New Straits Times
MOH launches key documents to strengthen thalassemia prevention, treatment
PUTRAJAYA: The Health Ministry (MOH) has launched five key documents to serve as comprehensive references on thalassemia, addressing diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and the importance of genetic counseling. These documents include the National Thalassemia Control and Prevention Programme Strategic Plan and Action Plan 2024-2030, the Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Management of Thalassemia (Second Edition), the Malaysia Thalassemia Registry Annual Report 2022-2023, the National Thalassemia Screening Programme Guidelines for Primary Healthcare, and the Thalassemia Carrier Mapping and Report from the Screening Programme for Form 4 Students (2017-2021). Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the launch demonstrates MOH's strong commitment to enhancing efforts in thalassemia prevention and treatment. "Thalassemia is a hereditary condition with a long and complex treatment process that can cost up to RM2.74 million. "More importantly, it is a preventable disease. "Early screening, genetic health education, and counseling not only meet policy objectives but also serve as cost-saving measures and social investments for the health of future generations," he said in a statement today. Dzulkefly said that 212 thalassemia patients have been successfully cured through bone marrow transplants to date. "Besides transplants, continuous prevention efforts have significantly reduced new thalassemia births by 49 per cent over the past 12 years (2009-2021)," he added. – Bernama
The Sun
a day ago
- Health
- The Sun
MOH launches key documents to strengthen thalassemia prevention, treatment
PUTRAJAYA: The Ministry of Health (MOH) has launched five key documents to serve as comprehensive references on thalassemia, addressing diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and the importance of genetic counseling. These documents include the National Thalassemia Control and Prevention Programme Strategic Plan and Action Plan 2024-2030, the Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Management of Thalassemia (Second Edition), the Malaysia Thalassemia Registry Annual Report 2022-2023, the National Thalassemia Screening Programme Guidelines for Primary Healthcare, and the Thalassemia Carrier Mapping and Report from the Screening Programme for Form 4 Students (2017-2021). Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the launch demonstrates MOH's strong commitment to enhancing efforts in thalassemia prevention and treatment. 'Thalassemia is a hereditary condition with a long and complex treatment process that can cost up to RM2.74 million. 'More importantly, it is a preventable disease. Early screening, genetic health education, and counseling not only meet policy objectives but also serve as cost-saving measures and social investments for the health of future generations,' he said in a statement today. Dr Dzulkefly also highlighted that 212 thalassemia patients have been successfully cured through bone marrow transplants to date. 'Besides transplants, continuous prevention efforts have significantly reduced new thalassemia births by 49 per cent over the past 12 years (2009-2021),' he added.
Free Malaysia Today
2 days ago
- Health
- Free Malaysia Today
Anti-smoking veteran Subbarow honoured as tobacco control icon
Anti-smoking advocate NV Subbarow being congratulated by health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad at the national tobacco control conference in Cyberjaya today. (Facebook pic) GEORGE TOWN : Veteran anti-smoking advocate NV Subbarow has been honoured as a tobacco control icon for his efforts over three decades to educate the public on the dangers of smoking and substance abuse. The award was presented today by health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad at the World No Tobacco Day celebration in Cyberjaya. Subbarow, who is the education officer of the Consumers' Association of Penang, said the award provided him with renewed motivation to raise awareness, especially among young people, about the dangers of tobacco, vaping, and the use of shisha and drugs such as cannabis. He said his efforts had reached more than 25,000 schoolchildren at primary and secondary levels across the country. 'Some students have come back to tell me they stopped smoking after attending my sessions and that, to me, is a proud achievement,' he said. CAP president Mohideen Abdul Kader urged the government to impose a full ban on smoking and vaping products, citing serious public health risks and the potential for increased drug dependence. 'These products pose a serious threat and are far too accessible, especially online. With just one click, users can falsely declare they are over 18,' he said.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Health
- The Sun
WHO applauds Malaysia's tobacco reforms, backed by pharmacists, advocates
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's anti-smoking campaign received a significant boost on World No Tobacco Day, as three national health advocates were honoured by the World Health Organisation (WHO) for their contributions to tobacco control. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad, Ministry of Health deputy director of the Disease Control Division Dr Noraryana Hassan and Malaysian Council for Tobacco Control (MCTC) chairman Assoc Prof Dr Murallitharan Munisamy were recognised for their roles in shaping Malaysia's tobacco policy. In a statement today, the Malaysian Pharmacists Society (MPS) welcomed the award as a sign of global recognition for the country's collaborative approach. MPS president Amrahi Buang reiterated the society's support for stronger domestic measures, including stricter enforcement against unregulated vape sales and the Generational End Game (GEG) provision to phase out smoking for future generations. He said the society remains active in national policymaking platforms such as the MCTC, the Poisons Board and the Pharmacy Board of Malaysia. 'Pharmacists are on the front lines of cessation work. Through the mQuit programme, we provide nicotine replacement therapy and counselling at both public and private healthcare facilities. We need clear, consistent policy support to ensure these efforts succeed,' he added. In a separate statement, MCTC Secretary-General Muhammad Sha'ani Abdullah said 2025 had marked two major milestones in Malaysia's tobacco control efforts, namely the international recognition from the WHO and the successful adoption of the Lung Health Initiative Resolution at the World Health Assembly, a global commitment to strengthening the prevention of lung diseases. He noted that the passage of the Tobacco Control Act 852 earlier this year also laid crucial groundwork for regulating tobacco and nicotine products, but warned that passing the law is only the first step. 'The Act is only the beginning. What we need now is a commitment to put public health ahead of profit and realising Malaysia's vision of a tobacco-free society,' he said.
