Health Ministry is working on a Lung Health Initiative, says Dr Dzulkefly

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad opening speech ceremony of the Cancer Care Community Impact Award and Affirmative Action for Cancer Sustainability' Award 2024 in conjunction with National Cancer Congress at Sunway University —SHAARI CHEMAT / THESTAR

PETALING JAYA: The Health Ministry is developing a Lung Health Initiative to prevent and control lung cancer in the country, says Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.

The Health Minister said the initiative will also strengthen the control of tobacco product use, including electronic cigarettes – being a major risk factor for lung cancer – especially among children and teenagers.