From left: Li, Dr Ednin and Lee at the presentation of the devices and 5G service at Hospis Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur.
DIGITAL capabilities are now enabling more efficient palliative care.
Catering to growing demand and recognising the pressing need, Yes by YTL Communications together with Honor Malaysia have announced a joint contribution valued at RM40,000 to enhance the digital capabilities of Hospis Malaysia, one of the country’s leading providers of community-based palliative care.
Hospis Malaysia chief executive officer Dr Ednin Hamzah said, “Connectivity is crucial as palliative care is a 24-hour service.
"Doctors may be called in the wee hours of the morning, and with digital connectivity, everyone involved can access patient files and take the necessary measures.”
Dr Ednin said that nurses and doctors traditionally relied on manual patient reports, which was time-consuming, especially when time was of the essence for patients undergoing palliative care.
“With the collaboration between Yes and Honor, Hospis Malaysia is now able to provide care without buffering or delays, with all information available online.
“We can all access information online, conduct analytics digitally, gather more detailed data, perform better searches and carry out more effective analysis,” he said at the presentation of the devices and connectivity by Yes and Honor at Hospis Malaysia in Taman Sri Bahtera, Cheras in Kuala Lumpur.
He added that Yes was providing free 5G connectivity while Honor was contributing 20 units of the HONOR Pad 10 5G tablets.
“This enables Hospis Malaysia’s palliative care clinical team — comprising doctors, nurses, pharmacists and rehabilitation professionals — to work more efficiently,” he said.
Hospis Malaysia attends to about 1,000 patients and conducts approximately 1,000 home visits across the Klang Valley each year.
YTL Communications chief executive officer Wing K. Lee said, “At Yes, we believe that connectivity is a powerful enabler for frontline healthcare.
“By equipping Hospis Malaysia’s teams with free 5G connectivity with uncapped data and speed, we hope to make every home visit smoother, every update faster and every care decision better informed. We are honoured to support Hospis Malaysia’s mission of delivering dignified, patient-centred care to Malaysian families.”
Lee added that Malaysia was the ninth country in the world to launch 5G Advanced in December 2021.
With the nationwide activation of 5G Advanced by Yes recently, the HONOR Pad 10 5G tablets are slated to receive a firmware over-the-air (FOTA) update in the first quarter of 2026 to fully support this latest pre-6G technology, ensuring future readiness.
Meanwhile, the HONOR Pad 10 5G, selected for this initiative, features a bright display with eye-comfort technology, smooth performance, a large battery capacity and AI writing tools. According to the company, these features make it highly suitable for healthcare professionals reviewing patient details, documenting clinical notes on the go and carrying out home visits efficiently.
The device’s usability and endurance complement Yes’ high-speed 5G connectivity, creating a seamless digital workflow for clinicians in the field, it added.
Honor South Pacific president Justin Li said, “Honor is proud to support Yes’ CSR initiative to strengthen Hospis Malaysia’s digital capabilities.
"We hope our devices can meaningfully enhance their day-to-day operations, especially as doctors, nurses and allied health professionals continue to serve our communities with extraordinary dedication.
“As a global leader in AI-driven device ecosystems, Honor is committed to redefining human–device interaction and co-creating a value-sharing digital ecosystem. This initiative reflects that mission and represents a meaningful step forward in improving the efficiency and quality of care.”
