PETALING JAYA: The manpower crisis in public healthcare did not happen overnight. It was caused by years of misalignment in policy, planning and working conditions, compounded by a growing negative narrative around the healthcare system. ALSO READ: Dzulkefly: Failure to act could strain healthcare systemThe working environment remains a concern. “The Health Ministry and Public Service Department must be aligned, and the Finance Ministry must be involved. “More than 70% of Malaysians depend on the public healthcare system.

Source: The Star March 28, 2026 06:44 UTC