THE recent decision to lift the moratorium on new diploma-level nursing courses in Malaysia’s private higher education institutions on Aug 1, 2024 marks a pivotal moment for the nation’s healthcare sector.
While hailed as a potential solution for the looming nurse shortage, the move also raises critical questions about its impact on the profession, the education system and the nation’s healthcare landscape.
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