Stronger policies, collaboration key in elder care


PETALING JAYA: While experts support the proposal of setting up a dedicated ministry to address matters affecting senior citizens, there are also suggestions that the existing ministries can work together in line with Malaysia’s rapidly ageing population.

Universiti Malaya geriatric medicine specialist Professor Dr Shahrul Bahyah Kamaruzzaman said having such a ministry would provide special attention and resources for senior citizens.

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