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Sabah's RM8.5mil dialysis aid welcomed by Keadilan Tuaran
Published on: Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Published on: Tue, Jun 17, 2025 Text Size: KOTA KINABALU: Keadilan Tuaran chief Razeef Rakimin supports the SMJ 'Sabah Sejahtera' scheme, calling the initiative reflective of the state's concern for public welfare. 'We fully support this step prioritising people's well-being. While Keadilan Tuaran had earlier approved financial aid for 40 ESRF patients, more support is needed.
Advertisement 'Dialysis costs remain high, and machine shortages still burden patients,' he said, urging for greater federal funding to upgrade public healthcare services. The Sabah government has allocated RM8.5 million to support kidney patients through 100 additional hemodialysis machines and treatment subsidies. The move benefits 23 hospitals and two clinics statewide, with home dialysis patients also receiving RM100 monthly assistance. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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