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With Malaysia’s fertility rate declining amid rising living costs, the government is strengthening financial support, workplace protection and access to child care to ease pressure on women, says Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri.

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About 10 million formal sector workers will soon receive enhanced social security coverage under the Lindung 24/7 Scheme, part of the Lindung Pekerja programme by the Social Security Organisation (Perkeso). Photo for illustrative purposes only - Bernama FILE PIX

The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) expresses disappointment over the government’s decision to retain the minimum consultation fee for general practitioners (GPs) at RM10, a rate that has remained unchanged since 1992 despite a review being carried out after 17 years. Photo for illustration purposes only. Photo: Edited via CANVA

The Prime Minister added that RM46.5 billion will be allocated to the Health Ministry next year, up from RM45.3 billion in 2025. Photo by Bernama.

Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) recipient, Mohd Naim Mohd Zubir, 40, purchased essential items using the MyKad system, which he described as simple, with no hassle during payment and change collection, at a supermarket recently. Photo by Bernama

The ministry said an engagement session had been held with the Ministry of Finance (MoF), the Public Services Commission (SPA) and the Public Service Department (JPA) to ensure the appointment process proceeded as planned. - Bernama file photo

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Johor Health and Environment Committee chairman Ling Tian Soon said the intake of more trainees, particularly doctors and nurses, must also be given serious attention. - 123RF photo