No More Drugs’ movie raises awareness in Sabah
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Lions Clubs-produced movie "No More Drugs,"premiered on Friday (March 21) to raise awareness among youths about the dangers of substance abuse.
Drug crimes, substance abuse need urgent govt attention, conference told
PUTRAJAYA: Drug-related crimes and substance abuse emerged as the central issues requiring urgent government action at the first National Security Conference 2024.
Cops have to constantly up their game to curb cybercrime, substance abuse, says Deputy IGP
KUALA LUMPUR: Rapid changes in technology require the police to constantly upskill and reskill personnel to effectively curb crimes, especially cybercrime and substance abuse, says Datuk Seri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay.
New legislation needed to tackle cybercrime, substance abuse, says Lam Thye
KUALA LUMPUR: New comprehensive legislation is needed to cover cybercrime and substance abuse, says Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye.
Groups: Support needed for over 40,000 civil servants identified as being at high risk for mental health issues
PETALING JAYA: With over 40,000 civil servants identified as being at high risk for mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, substance abuse and suicidal behaviour, interest groups say a better support system, including expanding the One-Stop Social Support Centre (PSSS), is necessary.
Don: Reject scourge of illicit drugs, alcohol abuse
Curtin University Malaysia, Miri, Sarawak, hosted a safety awareness showcase titled “Safety Campaign: Bright Futures Begin with Sober Choices” at its campus recently to mark World Safety and Health at Work Day 2024.
The silent, lingering scars of child abuse
Physical injuries aside, the psychological wounds inflicted by child abuse may last a lifetime.
More awareness on drug abuse during large events needed
PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Artistes Association has called for more proactive measures on drug abuse at concert venues.
Stronger measures needed to combat vaping, drug addiction among school students, says social activist
KUALA LUMPUR: The rising number of cases of vaping and drug addiction among school children has sparked grave concern, prompting urgent calls for action to protect the nation’s future generation, says Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye.
UMS developing module to address, prevent drug abuse
KOTA KINABALU: A module on creating a healthy and happy family institution to combat drug and other substance abuse is being planned by Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS).
Drug use up in post-Covid-19 era
PETALING JAYA: Drug-filled vape liquids and sex stimulant pills for men are fuelling a rise in substance abuse cases in the post-Covid-19 pandemic era.
Hidden cost of inadequate sex education among the youths
PETALING JAYA: It’s a topic as old as time, but interest groups claim that sex education in Malaysia remains conservative and fails to guide young people in understanding human sexuality and health.
‘Go online to raise awareness’
KUCHING: The local coordination committee of the Malaysian Drug Prevention Association (Pemadam) should make use of social media to raise awareness of their activities, says state Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah.
New law to treat and not punish light drug abusers
PUTRAJAYA: Amendments to the law to decriminalise substance abuse and extend treatment to drug addicts are in its final stages before being tabled in Parliament in the coming months, says Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.
Minister calls for grassroots efforts to address drug issues in Sarawak
SIBU: Community leaders need to step up to the plate to help address the pressing drug and substance abuse cases in Sarawak.
INTERACTIVE: Drug addiction in Malaysia and the govt's aim to decriminalise it
Here’s an overview of drug addiction in Malaysia, in light of the government’s plan to stop looking at it as a crime to be punished, but rather as a problem to be treated with rehabilitation.
Seminar good platform to share info on latest security challenges, says Bukit Aman CCID director
KUALA LUMPUR: The seminar on Cybercrime and Substance Abuse Consciousness is the best platform to exchange information on the latest security challenges, says Datuk Seri Ramli Mohamed Yoosuf.
Ensuring mental well-being of children
A letter from TAN SRI LEE LAM THYE, Member, Mental Health Advisory Council.
Drug Dependants (Treatment and Rehabilitation) bill passed in Dewan Rakyat
KUALA LUMPUR: After being reviewed by the Parliamentary Special Select Committee (PSSC), the Drug Dependants (Treatment and Rehabilitation) Act amendments have been passed in the Dewan Rakyat.
