MALAYSIANS know Singapore as a no-nonsense island state with strict controls on everything, from chewing gum to drugs.

THIS year’s theme for World Day for Safety and Health at Work, “Impact of climate change on occupational safety and health”, couldn’t be more relevant for Malaysia.

THIS is our message for Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad to ponder, assess and act where he can.

RECENT incidents involving illegal firearms have raised serious concerns about public safety and national security.

AT least 15.5pc, or more than five million, of the Malaysian population are living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), and only 5pc of them are aware of it.

THE rising concern over food security has rightfully occupied our national discourse. However, another crucial aspect of our nation’s well-being deserves equal attention – medicine security.

THE recent announcement by the Health Ministry that it is considering introducing designated smoking areas for eateries in tight locations is commendable and should be put into immediate action.

Malaysia ranks as the fourth-worst country in Southeast Asia in terms of traffic congestion, according to the Traffic Index by City 2020 Mid-Year, and holds the second-highest level of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions related to this issue.

I REFER to the report on Dr Lu Yeow Yuen whose application to be registered on the National Specialist Register was rejected by the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC), He teaches neurosurgeons, but can’t be one in Malaysia.

IT is imperative to address the recurrent breakdowns in essential services like telephone, electricity and water. Presently, all directors overseeing these services are of Malay descent. .