MHC: Strike possibility shows govt's failure to look after junior doctors

The possibility of a strike by junior doctors suggests that the government has failed to adequately protect their welfare, said the Malaysian Health Coalition (MHC) in a statement signed by 24 groups and 10 individuals.

They urged the government to provide durable solutions and fair employment terms for all junior health professionals and issued a reminder that sincere political will is needed to solve contract doctors’ problems.

"The issue of contract doctors and other healthcare professionals require...