Lam Thye: Consider insurance coverage for mental health


  • Nation
  • Wednesday, 22 May 2019

PETALING JAYA: The Health Ministry needs to take serious steps to address growing concerns over mental health issues, says social activist Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye.

Lee, who is patron of the Malaysia Psychiatric Association, suggested that insurance coverage be made available for mental healthcare and treatment.

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