SHAH ALAM, Feb 24 — The Health Ministry (MOH) is always open to working with any party to reduce the increasing number of chronic kidney patients in the country. Health deputy...
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She said that based on the data obtained by the ministry, there has been an increasing trend in the number of individuals diagnosed with chronic kidney disease increasing every year. “The latest statistics show that 50,000 individuals with end-stage kidney disease underwent chronic dialysis in 2023 followed by more than 10,000 new patients starting dialysis every year and it is expected to double by 2040,” she said.
“Overcoming chronic kidney disease requires a comprehensive approach covering various sectors. If we work together, we will be able to make progress in reducing the burden of patients thus improving the well-being of Malaysians.
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