Shot in the arm for healthcare


PUTRAJAYA: In a long-awaited move, the Health Ministry has promised a significant increase in healthcare spending.

Newly appointed Health Minister Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad (pic) said his target is to achieve healthcare spending of 6% to 7% of the country’s Gross Domestic Product.

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