Contents The HEALTH | November-December . 2024
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Contents The HEALTH | November-December . 2024
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P04 | World Sight Day Know your eyes Eye health event promotes wellness
P05 | Foreign News
• Set for significant growth
P06-07 Targetted subsidies A significant announcement was the end of universal and nearly free healthcare for all citizens .
P08-09 | Cover Story Private healthcare ecosystem Understanding the multifaceted impact of private hospitals in Malaysia
P10 Empowering the pros Insights from the MMA forum on reforming doctor remunerations for a sustainable future
P12-13 Traditional medicine for modern times Golden Medical Award 2024 highlights TCM ’ s growing role in Malaysia ’ s healthcare system
P14-15 Bridging healthcare with tradition Exploring TCM ’ s evolution for global healthcare solutions