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How Will Government’s Cost-Cutting Impact Healthcare?
39 mins·16:00, 8 May 2026
How Will Government’s Cost-Cutting Impact Healthcare?
39 mins
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16:00, 8 May 2026
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Guest: Dr George Lee, Consultant Urologist, Dr Amjad Rabi, Social & Human Security Economist
The Ministry of Health expects a 10% cut of its 2026 budget, as part of cost-cutting measures to save government funds amid the impact of the Iran war. This cut would be equivalent to RM4.65 billion, which the Minister of Health has promised will not affect essential core services. We explore how this will impact healthcare services to the public.
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Presenter: Tee Shiao Eek
Producer: Tee Shiao Eek
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