Doctors' group urge for immediate action to avert healthcare system crisis


PETALING JAYA: A group of doctors going by the name Hartal Doktor Kontract (HDK) is calling for urgent action to avert a potential healthcare services crisis in the country.

"While the decision to grant permanent placements (for 4,000 contract doctors) was a commendable step towards job security, it sets the stage for a critical healthcare crisis.

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