Health Ministry looking into controlling prices of Covid-19 tests at private clinics

By JOSEPH KAOS Jr and JO TIMBUONG

PETALING JAYA: The Health Ministry will look into controlling the prices of Covid-19 tests at private clinics to make them more affordable for the public.

Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah drew comparisons between Covid-19 tests to face masks, which saw a price hike last year following a soar in demand.

The Star Christmas Special Promo: Save 35% OFF Yearly. T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Related stories:
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Covid-19 , Health Ministry , Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah , Covid-19 tests , private clinics , HSO

Next In Nation
Perlis MB discharged from hospital
Perlis Perikatan unrest a 'family matter' to be solved amicably, says Shahidan
Twelve Orang Asli held for alleged trespass on Rompin oil palm plantation
Sabah MACC proposes governance improvements for state rural housing programme
Probe launched over alleged assault by cops during search
Not all Doctors can practise medicine, says MMC
MACC uncovers high-profile cases, recovers assets worth over RM8.4bil as of Nov 30
Selangor Sultan extends Christmas greetings
'Bossku will not give up,' says Najib's son
Sultan Ibrahim visits high-tech defence facilities in Abu Dhabi

Trending in News

Others Also Read

Load more

Copyright © 1995- Star Media Group Berhad [197101000523 (10894-D)]

Best viewed on Chrome browsers.