Friday March 31, 2006
Comprehensive health coverage
After a couple of postponements, the National Health Financing will be finally implemented with comprehensive health coverage becoming accessible to all Malaysians during the 9MP.
The health insurance type mechanism will encourage greater flexibility and freedom of choice in obtaining care from both the private and public sectors.
The 9MP says the Government will ensure that no one is denied access to health care.
Furthermore, new and existing health legislations will be introduced and reviewed to regulate and monitor the health sector.
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Under the 9MP, the Government will ensure that no one is denied access to health care and new and existing health legislations will be introduced and reviewed to regulate and monitor the health sector. |
In addition, there will also be the compulsory registration of beauty and cosmetic saloons to protect consumer interests.
Health technology assessments will continue to be undertaken prior to the introduction of new services and technologies such as screening and early diagnosis of specific diseases, treatment and interventions.
A Traditional and Complementary Medicine Act will be formulated to ensure safe practice of its consumers.
Public awareness and education programmes will be undertaken to inform consumers on the safety of traditional medicine.
The National Ethics Board will be established to safeguard dignity, safety and well-being of patients. For the next five years, good governance through the proper control of healthcare personnel, facilities, products and devices will ensure that quality and affordable health care is provided. Greater synergy will be achieved through harmonization of quality improvement initiatives that will contribute towards developing a culture of quality and professionalism among health personnel at all levels.
More hospitals will be encouraged to institute measures to qualify for Hospital Accreditation Certification.
Emphasis will also be given to enhancing the quality of the soft component of care, including improving responsiveness to patient needs and expectations as well as ensuring staff competency and capability.
International evidence-based indicators and quality improvement measures will be used as benchmarks in determining the quality of service.
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