KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- The Joint Council of Presidents and Secretaries-General of the Health Ministry Workers Union (MAPSU) hopes the government will continue to address workforce shortages and heavy workloads in the healthcare sector, in addition to improving staff welfare, particularly in rural areas.
General : MAPSU Calls For Continued Efforts To Tackle Healthcare Workforce Shortages
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MAPSU urges the government to continue addressing healthcare workforce shortages and improving staff welfare, especially in rural areas.
- MAPSU's president highlights the need for better allowances, facilities, and attention to rural healthcare workers' challenges.
- Budget 2027 includes increased incentives for nurses, paramedics, and financial assistance for civil servants.
- The union welcomes measures to ease the cost-of-living burden for healthcare workers and pensioners.
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