Immunisation Safety Is A Long-Term Priority
Proving that the vaccine works to regulators, along with short-term safety data, is the first hurdle.
Vaccine Announcement Gives Malaysia Headstart But Hurdles Are Significant
This is a marathon and this is only at the first leg of the race.
Budget 2021: Public health under intense scrutiny
The RM 3 billion allocation announced for the COVID-19 vaccine cannot be found in the Budget 2021
Practical Guidelines For Trans-Specific Primary Health Care In Malaysia
Most transgender persons do not consult or seek guidance from medical professionals due to the fear of stigma and discrimination.
There Are No Shortcuts In Dealing With COVID-19
Arguably, a CMCO at this point of time, could even increase people’s vulnerability to infection as they become more desperate, take more risks and are less able to afford to take precautions.
Joining COVAX: Why And How Much Will It Cost Malaysia
With shrinking national budgets, increasing deficits, demands for welfare assistance, and economies which are struggling to recover from month long lock-downs and harsh restrictive measures, investing in the unknown is a difficult decision to make.
Why Has Malaysia Decided To Opt-Out Of The COVAX Initiative?
The best chance of success for any country is to participate in an endeavour which diversifies and broadens access to a broad portfolio of possible vaccine candidates.
Dewan Rakyat Speaker’s proposal to establish Parliamentary Select...
A select committee is much needed to provide rigorous oversight to the actions, policies, and governance of the Ministry of Health, particularly since it is the budget holder, regulator and healthcare provider.
Why Increased Penalties And Fines Under The PCIDA Should Not Be Supported
Proposals should not come from an angry or frustrated place, and must be evidence-based.
Are We Ready For Fill-Finish Human Vaccine Operations?
Developing the capacity to rapidly fill vaccine vials and finish packaging vaccines for manufacturers in a public health emergency, is an issue of national security.
Research Officer & Registered Pharmacist, Galen Centre