Why Malaysia Should Expand Access To Parallel Pathway Programme


 


From Jayaprakash Murulitharan
Over the past few weeks, I have followed unfolding developments in Malaysia, particularly concerning the controversial parallel pathway. Despite the eight-hour time difference and my weekend reading schedule, I have been struck by how discussions about race have infiltrated these debates, specifically by the students’ protest at a public university.
As I write this article from the UK, I must draw on scientific data and personal emotions. Last July, my father was diagnosed with lung cancer, introducing me to the critical need for thoracic specialists.
Thanks to the cardio experts at the National Heart Institute (IJN) and the thoracic experts at Hospital Kuala Lumpur (HKL), he underwent life-saving surgery to remove a lung tumour, followed by extensive treatment at HKL and IJN. Special thanks to the cardiovascular experts at IJN and thoracic experts at HKL. This personal journey underscored the essential role of specialised medical professionals, particularly thoracic experts, in my family’s lives.
The scientific data paints a worrying picture of ambient air quality in Malaysia’s urban centres, such as Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Johor Bahru. These cities are grappling with pollution levels that pose significant risks to respiratory health, particularly that of carcinogens.
Quoting a recent update by the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA), the government aims to produce 28,000 medical specialists within a period of six years. Nevertheless, there are challenges that may hinder the realisation of this objective if the objection of allowing access to the parallel pathway programme at public institutions continues.
The MMA also stated that Malaysia’s current population-to-specialist ratio stands at 10,000:4, while the average for the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development is 10,000:14.3.
It is alarming that despite an apparent demand for more thoracic specialists highlighted by the medical community, certain educational institutions and student bodies are resisting the integration of non-Bumiputera students into specialised medical programmes. This resistance is often framed by legal and institutional mandates.
However, it clashes with the pressing needs of our healthcare system. At a time when we should be advancing toward embracing technologies such as AI and nurturing a forward-thinking youth, it is disheartening to see a segment of the student population clinging to outdated, racially influenced standpoints.
To the students engaging in protests without a substantive understanding of the implications of their demands, I urge you to fully embrace the scientific facts and approach these issues with an intellectual mindset. Refrain from expending time and resources on demonstrations that need a clear, substantial point.
Regrettably, over the past few weeks, no one from this public institution has provided a detailed qualitative and quantitative assessment of Malaysia’s projected cardiothoracic cases.
Thus, we stand at a crucial point. Malaysia requires all the medical expertise it can obtain, regardless of race. We must think of Malaysians, united by the common goal of better health and a brighter future for our people.
Let us set aside divisive attitudes and focus on solutions that benefit everyone, leveraging collective capabilities to tackle the challenges ahead. This is more than a policy debate; it is about ensuring that every Malaysian person can access the best medical care.
As we navigate through these complex issues, let us remember that at the heart of every policy are people whose lives and well-being depend on the decisions we make today. - FMT
Jayaprakash Murulitharan is a PhD researcher (atmospheric science) at the chemistry department, University of Cambridge.
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of MMKtT.


Artikel ini hanyalah simpanan cache dari url asal penulis yang berkebarangkalian sudah terlalu lama atau sudah dibuang :

http://malaysiansmustknowthetruth.blogspot.com/2024/05/why-malaysia-should-expand-access-to.html

Kempen Promosi dan Iklan
Kami memerlukan jasa baik anda untuk menyokong kempen pengiklanan dalam website kami. Serba sedikit anda telah membantu kami untuk mengekalkan servis percuma aggregating ini kepada semua.

Anda juga boleh memberikan sumbangan anda kepada kami dengan menghubungi kami di sini
Prosecution Lists 7 Reasons Why Bung Wife Should Answer Corruption Charges

Prosecution Lists 7 Reasons Why Bung Wife Should Answer Corruption Charges

papar berkaitan - pada 8/5/2024 - jumlah : 159 hits
The Court of Appeal will on July 29 hear the prosecution s appeal for Bung Moktar Radin and Zizie Izette Abdul Samad to enter their defence to corruption and abetment charges PETALING JAYA The prosecution has listed seven reasons why Kinaba...
Amendments To Resolve Parallel Pathway Issues To Be Tabled At Next Dewan Meeting

Amendments To Resolve Parallel Pathway Issues To Be Tabled At Next Dewan Meeting

papar berkaitan - pada 28/5/2024 - jumlah : 155 hits
Higher education minister Zambry Abdul Kadir said the amendments had been mooted by the health ministry following discussion with the Attorney General s Chambers KUALA LUMPUR Amendments to the Medical Act will be tabled at the next Dewan Ra...
Afyaa Revolutionizing Healthcare Access In Malaysia

Afyaa Revolutionizing Healthcare Access In Malaysia

papar berkaitan - pada 17/5/2024 - jumlah : 173 hits
In recent years advancements in technology have transformed various aspects of our lives including how we access healthcare services One such innovation making waves in Malaysia is a comprehensive healthcare platform designed to revolutioni...
Parallel Pathway Pn Leader Defends Kokoi Fellow Akmal Remark

Parallel Pathway Pn Leader Defends Kokoi Fellow Akmal Remark

papar berkaitan - pada 19/5/2024 - jumlah : 144 hits
A Perikatan Nasional component party leader has defended his vocal criticism of Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh after the latter issued a stern warning that Universiti Teknologi Mara must remain only for bumiputera No one from the n...
Higher Education Ministry Must Play Bigger Role In Parallel Pathway Issue Ngo

Higher Education Ministry Must Play Bigger Role In Parallel Pathway Issue Ngo

papar berkaitan - pada 26/5/2024 - jumlah : 185 hits
The Higher Education Ministry needs to play a more important role in the parallel pathway issue as it is becoming increasingly worse said the Galen Centre for Health and Social Policy The NGO s chief executive Azrul Mohd Khalib said this is...
Blockout 2024 Kempen Ini Semakin Marak Nama Selebriti Malaysia Juga Disebut

Blockout 2024 Kempen Ini Semakin Marak Nama Selebriti Malaysia Juga Disebut

papar berkaitan - pada 14/5/2024 - jumlah : 112 hits
HarapandailyKempen Blockout 2024 yang menyeru masyarakat dunia memboikot puluhan selebriti Hollywood yang tidak peduli dengan perang genosid di Palestin marak di platform X Gerakan itu juga mengajak warga global menyekat akaun media sosial ...
10 Tip Cara Berjimat Cermat Bagi Rakyat Malaysia

10 Tip Cara Berjimat Cermat Bagi Rakyat Malaysia

papar berkaitan - pada 14/5/2024 - jumlah : 146 hits
Tahukah anda terdapat banyak dalam menguruskan kewangan bagi rakyat Malaysia Disebabkan keadaan kewangan yang tidak stabil ramai ibu bapa pastinya mengalami kesukaran untuk memikirkan bagaimana untuk membiayai pelbagai keperluan seisi kelua...
Malaysia Unicef Study Highlights The Stark Realities Of Poverty In Malaysia

Malaysia Unicef Study Highlights The Stark Realities Of Poverty In Malaysia

papar berkaitan - pada 14/5/2024 - jumlah : 297 hits
Government must do the hard work Murray Hunter Just over two months ago prime minister Unicef just a few days ago releases a horrendous report claiming many families in Kuala Lumpur are still suffering the effects from the Covid 19 pandemic...
Nikmati Kopi Lovns Dengan Cawan Berinsulasi Ais Pertama Dunia

Earth Symphony Green Cirque Fest 2024 A First Of Its Kind Eco Circus Celebrating Sustainability In Southeast Asia

Guangzhou Metro Dan Makan Di Restoran Halal Depan Masjid Huaisheng Guangzhou

Telemovie Cik Petir Putrajaya Lakonan Nabila Razali

Zaman Sekarang Rakam Dulu Baru Tolong

12 Waktu Paling Mustajab Untuk Doa Mudah Dikabulkan

Mpox Vaccination Kicks Off In Drc After 859 Deaths This Year

Auditors And The Bottomless Money Pit Called Taxpayer


echo '';
Info Dan Sinopsis Drama Berepisod Mr Hiiragi s Homeroom Yang Diadaptasi Ke Siri Malaysia Kelas Tahanan Cikgu Hiragi

5 Bukti Jelas Bagaimana Teknologi Moden Buat Kita Tak Reti Berfikir

10 Fakta Drama Berepisod Kelas Tahanan Cikgu Hiragi Adaptasi Mr Hiiragi s Homeroom Astro Ria Sooka Fakta Yang Ramai Tak Tahu

5 Isu Utama Pelajar Genius Usia Muda Masuk Universiti Awal

Resepi Sup Ayam Thai Paling Menarik dan Senang Dibuat Rasa Sekali Pasti Terpikat


Rm95m In Mitra Funds Disbursed For 11 Programmes This Year

Ge16 The Real Test For Unity Govt Says Chin Tong

Kena Kencing Kotor

Ramai Teruja Lihat Kanak Kanak Pandu Jentera Berat

Momoyo Lemonade Zest Tea Grass Jelly Milk Tea

Sukarelawan Dapur Jalanan Kuala Lumpur