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The Health Xtra | march-April-may, 2020
Malaysian First
“We would like to honour and thank
the MOH DG for rising up to occasion
to care for all in Malaysia during
the time of crisis in this season of
Covid-19. He is a wise, intelligent and
caring person. We thank him for his
leadership during this difficult time.
Dr Noor Hisham has been calm and
composed in answering questions,
dispelling fear, giving hope and yet
firm in taking difficult but necessary
actions for the safety for all in
Malaysia. We trust in his leadership
as he navigates Malaysia through this
storm. Keep it up and thank you very
much!”
– Woon Pak Seong,
President, Association of Malaysian
Optometrists
“The DG has done a decent job so far
where he managed to answer most
technical queries professionally.
He is in a hotspot right now and the
whole nation is referring to him as
a statement person for the latest
developments on Covid-19 and
what’s to be expected next.
His ability to calm general public
concerns, and giving the correct
directives are important during a
crisis management like this. It is not
an easy task, but I think he also has a
good team behind him.”
– Law Eng Lim,
Chief Executive Officer
Revongen Corporation Sdn Bhd
“We are fortunate that the Ministry
of Health, led by the capable Director-
General, rose to the challenge. Great
credit must go the DG for the careful
and advanced planning in anticipation of
rising number of cases. Clear strategies
were drawn. Contact tracing and other
public health measures were also done
in a planned and organised manner
minimising disruption to the public.
Another feature of his handling of the
crisis which led to a large measure of
confidence in the public is the calm and
professional demeanour he displays
during the daily press briefing. Always
armed with facts and figures, he never
given to conjectures or non-evidence
based statements. He never evades a
question from the Press. The public feels
confident that the situation is under
control. Figures are presented very
clearly and consistently, which makes it
easy for the public to follow.”
– Dato' Zaki Morad Mohd Zaher,
Chairman, National Kidney Foundation
of Malaysia
Nurmaizurah jamaludin, 24
COMMENTS ON DR NOOR HISHAM
“Dr Noor Hisham demonstrates exemplary
leadership. He relays the truth as it is, yet
remaining calm and firm. I also salute him for
being one of the signatories to the global Covid-19
Clinical Research Coalition.”
– Shafiqah Othman, 26
“Dr Noor Hisham has been solid since Day One of
the crisis and I am really happy he is my boss!”
– Dr Nik Ahmad Izany, 29
“He’s doing an amazing job!”
– Pradeesh Parameswaran, 30
“Dr Noor Hisham,
a TRUE leader!”
- Muhammad Imtiaz Abdul Mulok, 34
“Dr Noor Hisham is the right person to sit the
shoes of a health director general of Malaysia,
delivering his role with great ambience.”
– Faradia Goh, 34
“I truly appreciate and am amazed with what our
government has done, especially Dr.Noor Hisham for
his endless effort. Thank you!”
– Nurmaizurah Jamaluddin, 24
“Extremely grateful that our Health DG Datuk
Seri Dr Noor Hisham is leading and pulling us out
of this crisis. In uncharted waters, no one has all
the answers but at least he is calm, collective and
displays a sense of responsibility and reason. Keep
up the good work!”
– Tan Han Jun, 29
“DG Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, you have got my
vote of confidence. A brilliant shining star.”
– Irene C. Reynolds
“While nursing Covid-19 patients can be a hassle,
I am glad we have Dr Noor Hisham in the line.”
– Anna Vannessa Fredricks, 26
“He delivers information clearly and provides
useful advice for Malaysians and as far as I can see,
he is doing a great job!”
– Muhammad Shahril Abdul Rahman, 25
“Datuk Dr Noor, he epitomises diligence and
credibility. Fact-oriented.”
— Mahadevan Krishnan, 50
“He has been consistent in giving daily updates
about Covid -19. Looking forward to know his
strategies and plans on the post- MCO phase.”
– Ong, 64
“Dato Dr Norhisham Abdullah is very
knowledgeable. The right person for subject
matter. PM relies on him for any health measures
regarding Covid-19. ”
– Intan Suria
“He has the capabilities for this job. He has been
handling the situation expertly.”
– Tan SuJin, 26
“He is performing well by giving precise
information. ”
– Samel Sharmila, 24
“He’s committed, giving credible advice and doing
all he can to help.”
– Eugene Low, 26
“Our Health DG is a very committed because every
day he conducts Press conferences and he never
takes the good name for himself but directs it to
our frontliners, especially the medical officers.”
– Jasmeer Singh, 25