Set up special inquiry into houseman's death, Health Ministry urged


GEORGE TOWN: The Health Ministry has been urged to set up a special committee of inquiry into the recent death of a houseman attached to Penang Hospital.

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said establishing a proper inquiry is important to identify the cause of the incident and prevent similar tragedies involving other housemen in the country from recurring.

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