Don’t be deceived, it’s like a Macau scam


PETALING JAYA: The public should not entertain phone calls offering free health screenings, warns Deputy Health Minister Lukanisman Awang Sauni.

“I checked on this matter and found that such cases happened repeatedly, just like the Macau scam.

“The public is advised not to be easily influenced by offers of free health check-ups via phone calls,” he told The Star.

He also advised people to reject calls supposedly from health authorities offering screenings.

“Do not engage with callers who claim to be from the Health Ministry, IJN [National Heart Institute] or any government clinic,” he said.

Explaining the modus operandi of such scams, he said that the recipient would be offered various health packages at a high price once they accept the free screening offer.

He said it is unethical for any clinic or spa to offer such packages.

The ministry, he said, would look into these fake health screening offers and take the appropriate action.

“My concern is the elderly people. They could become victims and be deceived by such tricks,” he added.

He also said the Communications and Digital Ministry should look into possible data leaks that might have revealed personal information.

Article type: free
User access status:
Subscribe now to our Premium Plan for an ad-free and unlimited reading experience!
   

Next In Nation

Cebu Pacific Air flight makes emergency landing at KKIA
KL cops uncover fraud syndicate with arrest of seven
Malaysia ready to cooperate with Afghanistan, but stands firm on women's right to education, says PM
Ramadan message of modesty, humanity should be widely spread, says PM
No action needed under Sedition Act against Dr Mahathir, says Saifuddin
Health Ministry to continue Ops Ramadan to monitor food hygiene, says DG
Close shave for five after trees fall on two cars in storm
King, Queen extend Ramadan greetings to Muslims
Take decisive action in dealing with Islamophobia, Anwar urges OIC
Selangor cops deny soliciting sponsorship for Police Day
.