THE HEALTH | MAY , 2021

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• Bintai buys Johnson Medical for RM50m

• TE Asia steps up investment in KL

• Top Glove resolves forced labour indicators

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Futuristic hospitals The Ministry of Health will work hand-in-hand with relevant authorities to ensure planning and building of improved hospitals in future

p08-11 Cover Story Taking the plunge Venturing into your own business can be rewarding , but the journey ’ s also full of challenges

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Painful urination : Early sepsis ? It is important to detect and treat urinary tract infection early to prevent it from escalating into something more serious

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Maybank Islamic launches MAIA Global Healthcare The short-tenure Islamic investment account targets six per cent returns over 18 months

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Bolstering the healthcare system The Ministry of Health considers research and development an essential part of the healthcare system

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