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The Sun
21-07-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Selangor launches free ambulance service for non-emergency healthcare
SHAH ALAM: The Selangor government is set to roll out its 'Ambulans Kita Selangor' programme to enhance healthcare accessibility for residents. Public Health and Environment Committee chairman Jamaliah Jamaluddin announced the initiative, which will provide free non-emergency ambulance services for those in need, particularly for hospital appointments and follow-up treatments. 'Through this programme, the state government aims to deliver more efficient and systematic ambulance services,' said Jamaliah. St John Ambulance Malaysia Selangor will serve as the key strategic partner, ensuring wider service coverage and reinforcing the state's healthcare system. Jamaliah emphasised that the collaboration reflects the state's dedication to improving public health services. 'This effort demonstrates our commitment to strengthening healthcare through trusted partnerships,' she added. The programme is expected to benefit low-income groups and individuals requiring regular medical attention. – Bernama
Barnama
21-07-2025
- Health
- Barnama
'Ambulans Kita Selangor' Programme Set To Strengthen Health Support System
SHAH ALAM, July 21 (Bernama) -- The Selangor government will implement its 'Ambulans Kita Selangor' programme to strengthen the support system and empower the people's access to health in the state, said Public Health and Environment Committee chairman Jamaliah Jamaluddin. She said the initiative, to be implemented soon, would provide free non-emergency ambulance services for the needy, particularly for treatment appointments, follow-up treatment and periodic treatment sessions at hospitals and certified treatment centres. "Through this 'Ambulans Kita Selangor' programme, the state government wishes to offer more efficient, systematic and easily accessible ambulance services, with the St John Ambulance Malaysia Selangor acting as a key strategic partner in this initiative.
The Star
07-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Selangor lawmakers to be briefed on Putra Heights gas explosion
KLANG: A special briefing session on the Putra Heights gas pipeline explosion that happened in April will be held after the Selangor State Legislative Assembly sitting today. Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the session, meant for MPs and state assemblymen, would be conducted by the technical investigation committee, comprising police and representatives from the Occupational Safety and Health Department. This is to ensure that all elected representatives clearly understand the facts of the incident so as not to form any assumptions, he explained. 'The briefing will be held after tomorrow's sitting as most of the issues involved are technical. 'Once briefed, the matter can be brought up and debated in the state assembly,' he told reporters after launching the Plastic-Free Campaign 2025 Series 2 yesterday. Also present was state Public Health and Environment Committee chairman Jamaliah Jamaluddin, Bernama reported. The Second Meeting of the Third Session of the 15th Selangor State Legislative Assembly will be held from July 7 to 18. The gas pipeline fire on April 1 caused widespread destruction, affecting over 200 homes. It was reported that no elements of sabotage, foul play or negligence were found in connection with the underground Petronas gas pipeline blast. Following this, a special committee was set up to review the full investigation report and propose appropriate follow-up actions.
New Straits Times
13-05-2025
- Health
- New Straits Times
Selangor to discuss proposed vape sales ban at state govt council meeting
KUALA SELANGOR: The proposal to ban the sale of electronic cigarettes or vape in Selangor will be presented and discussed more thoroughly at the upcoming State Government Council meeting (MMKN), said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. He said Public Health and Environment Committee chairman Jamaliah Jamaluddin had been instructed to do so following an integrated meeting held with the agencies involved. "I have instructed that a paper be made and presented for us to consider because any decision by the state government must be made comprehensively by looking at all aspects so that it can guarantee the health of current and future generations," he said. He said this at a press conference after the handover ceremony of the Raw Water Guarantee Scheme (SJAM) Package A and Package C Project here today. Earlier, Jamaliah in a statement announced that the integrated meeting with the Menteri Besar's Office involved the Selangor State Health Department, Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry and the local authorities. According to Jamaliah, the meeting was held to obtain a comprehensive overview of the enforcement, legal and socio-economic aspects related to the sale of vape. On April 24, the media reported that the Terengganu state government will enforce a ban on the sale of electronic cigarette products at all premises in the state starting August 1.
The Sun
13-05-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Selangor mulls vape sales ban, decision pending MMKN meet
KUALA SELANGOR: The proposal to ban the sale of electronic cigarettes or vape in Selangor will be presented and discussed more thoroughly at the upcoming State Government Council meeting (MMKN), said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. He said Public Health and Environment Committee chairman Jamaliah Jamaluddin had been instructed to do so following an integrated meeting held with the agencies involved. 'I have instructed that a paper be made and presented to MMKN for us to consider because any decision by the state government must be made comprehensively by looking at all aspects so that it can guarantee the health of current and future generations,' he said. He said this at a press conference after the handover ceremony of the Raw Water Guarantee Scheme (SJAM) Package A and Package C Project here today. Earlier, Jamaliah in a statement announced that the integrated meeting with the Menteri Besar's Office involved the Selangor State Health Department (JKNS), the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) and the Local Authorities (PBT). According to Jamaliah, the meeting was held to obtain a comprehensive overview of the enforcement, legal and socio-economic aspects related to the sale of vape. On April 24, the media reported that the Terengganu state government will enforce a ban on the sale of electronic cigarette products at all premises in the state starting August 1.
