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The Star
22-07-2025
- Health
- The Star
'Gay sex party': Health Ministry-NGO collab vital in enhancing infectious disease prevention, says Kelantan Health director
KOTA BARU: Close collaboration between the Health Ministry and health-related non-governmental organisations (NGOs) is a key element in strengthening infectious disease prevention and implementing early interventions, especially among high-risk groups, according to Kelantan Health director Datuk Dr Zaini Hussin. According to Bernama, he said strategic approaches such as outreach activities conducted by the Kelantan Patient Intermediary Association (Sahabat), with support from the Malaysian AIDS Foundation, serve as a good example of an effective collaboration between government agencies and NGOs. He said collaboration with NGOs like Sahabat enables the ministry to reach out to high-risk groups such as drug addicts who use syringes and men who have sex with men. "Health education programmes and field activities conducted since 2006 by Sahabat in partnership with the ministry have had a positive impact on raising public awareness about HIV, sexually transmitted diseases, and Hepatitis C. "The health education provided not only aims to raise awareness of the importance of prevention and early diagnosis but also helps protect close contacts such as wives and children from the risk of infection,' he said in a statement on Monday (July 21). Dr Zaini's statement comes hot on the heels of a police raid on a supposed "gay sex party" a bungalow in Kemumin, Kota Bharu, last week. However, the raid has sparked controversy after several NGOs and individuals denied that any illicit activities took place, claiming instead that the gathering was a health outreach event focused on HIV awareness and testing. Commenting further, Dr Zaini said the ministry remains committed to a public health approach that prioritises prevention, early intervention, and comprehensive treatment access for all levels of society. He said this is in line with the national health policy, which takes into account religious values and cultural sensitivities. "Such strategic collaborations will continue to be expanded as part of efforts to strengthen the community support system in addressing public health issues in an inclusive and effective manner,' he said.
Barnama
25-06-2025
- Health
- Barnama
COVID-19 Situation Under Control In Kelantan
GENERAL KOTA BHARU, June 25 (Bernama) -- The COVID-19 infection situation in Kelantan remains under control with a cumulative total of 303 cases recorded up to the 25th Epidemiological Week (ME) of this year, said the Kelantan Health director Datuk Dr Zaini Hussin. He said the weekly average of cases remains around 12 cases, with 34 cases reported during ME24 compared to 35 cases the previous week. "Monitoring throughput ME25 also recorded five cases admitted to wards and these involved three adults and two children. "All these patients have fully recovered without any admissions to the intensive care unit (ICU) or deaths recorded this year," he said in a statement today. Dr. Zaini said that although Kelantan is still below the warning level, proactive preventive measures need to continue to be practiced, especially among high-risk groups such as the elderly, individuals with chronic diseases, immunocompromised teenagers, pregnant women and healthcare workers. "The state health department encourages this group to receive an additional dose of the COVID-19 vaccine as extra protection, while individuals aged 18 and above can also voluntarily receive the vaccine after consulting with a medical officer. "The residents of this state are also urged to get immunisation as needed under the National Immunisation Programme. This vaccination service is provided free of charge at selected government health clinics," he said. In this regard, Dr. Zaini also advised the public to continue practicing preventive measures such as washing hands with soap or using hand sanitiser, practicing cough and sneeze etiquette, and wearing face masks if symptomatic or in crowded areas. According to him, the state health department is constantly monitoring the current developments of COVID-19, and any latest information can be accessed through the official website at
The Sun
25-06-2025
- Health
- The Sun
COVID-19 situation under control in Kelantan
KOTA BHARU: The COVID-19 infection situation in Kelantan remains under control with a cumulative total of 303 cases recorded up to the 25th Epidemiological Week (ME) of this year, said the Kelantan Health director Datuk Dr Zaini Hussin. He said the weekly average of cases remains around 12 cases, with 34 cases reported during ME24 compared to 35 cases the previous week. 'Monitoring throughput ME25 also recorded five cases admitted to wards and these involved three adults and two children. 'All these patients have fully recovered without any admissions to the intensive care unit (ICU) or deaths recorded this year,' he said in a statement today. Dr. Zaini said that although Kelantan is still below the warning level, proactive preventive measures need to continue to be practiced, especially among high-risk groups such as the elderly, individuals with chronic diseases, immunocompromised teenagers, pregnant women and healthcare workers. 'The state health department encourages this group to receive an additional dose of the COVID-19 vaccine as extra protection, while individuals aged 18 and above can also voluntarily receive the vaccine after consulting with a medical officer. 'The residents of this state are also urged to get immunisation as needed under the National Immunisation Programme. This vaccination service is provided free of charge at selected government health clinics,' he said. In this regard, Dr. Zaini also advised the public to continue practicing preventive measures such as washing hands with soap or using hand sanitiser, practicing cough and sneeze etiquette, and wearing face masks if symptomatic or in crowded areas. According to him, the state health department is constantly monitoring the current developments of COVID-19, and any latest information can be accessed through the official website at
