Health Ministry: Mental health insurance a good idea, but it's Bank Negara's domain


IPOH: Insurance companies in Malaysia are encouraged to provide coverage for mental healthcare, says Deputy Health Minister Dr Lee Boon Chye, adding that such an initiative would come under the purview of Bank Negara rather than his ministry.

He said mental health was a major problem in the country, but if there was proper coverage provided by insurance companies, it would certainly help those who required assistance in times of need.

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