Malaysian Hospice and Palliative Care Council (MHPCC) provides a national voice for the Hospice and Palliative Care movement in Malaysia. We aim to make your voices heard with this newsletter. |
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World Cancer Day 2024 marked a powerful spirit of collaboration. Graced by the Minister of Health, Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad, the joint event hosted by the Ministry of Health Malaysia, National Cancer Society Malaysia, University of Cyberjaya, NCD Malaysia, and MMA Public Health Society, facilitated vital discussions amongst NGOs, healthcare professionals, and key stakeholders. The event was held on 17th February 2024 at the Grand Hall, University of Cyberjaya. Our Honorary Secretary, Dr. Saiful Adni Abd Latif attended on behalf of MHPCC to raise more awareness about hospices and palliative care services in Malaysia and to promote the upcoming congress in July. |
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2024 is Off to a Good Start! |
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| | On 2nd March 2024, Malaysian Association of Paediatric Palliative Care (MAPPAC) officially launced the latest Malaysian Children Hospice (Klang). Our Chairperson, Dr. Ng Woon Fang also attended the opening event. | | |
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| | Walk for Kasih 2.0 have raised more than RM 180,000! It is amazing to see such dedication by the organizing team as well as the kind-hearted participants and donors. Amazing job, Kasih Hospice Foundation! | | |
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ECHO 2024 Sessions Are Live! |
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On 14th March 2024, we kickstarted the Echo sessions facilitated by our chairperson, Dr. Ng Woon Fang. Sister Norzilaila spoke about Wound Care in Palliative Care Setting after two case sharing sessions by a domiciliary team and the Community Palliative Care (CPC) team from Institut Kanser Negara (IKN). Up to 175 participants attended from all over Malaysia comprising healthcare professionals from Klinik Kesihatan, Hospitals, NGO Hospices and Private Hospitals. Next session will air on 18th April 2024 and the topic will be "Transition from Hospital to Home - End of Life Care at Home". | | |
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We Have a New Organizational Member! |
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Assunta Integrated Social Services (ASSISS) was formed with the sole purpose of assisting the under-privileged in need of medical attention. It is established under the auspices of Assunta Hospital which was founded in 1954. Today, ASSISS continues to provide free integrated healthcare for the poorest of the poor (patients with a combined family income of less than RM3000 per month). ASSISS Palliative Services started providing community palliative care support to the poorest of the poor since 2017 for Malaysians with total household income of ~RM3000/month via referral from government hospitals, other NGOs/hospices and GP clinics. |
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Lifetime Membership Offer |
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Joining MHPCC as Individual and Organization Member is now easier with the Online Form available on our website. We are pleased to announce that you can opt for annual renewal or lifetime membership. By opting for the lifetime membership (RM 300), you will secure your lifelong association and enjoy the benefit of a complete waiver for the annual renewal fee of RM30.00. The lifetime membership is offered to individual members who have maintained their membership for more than 1 years with no arrears. Bank Details: Account Holder: Majlis Hospis dan Rawatan Paliatif Malaysia Bank: RHB Bank Account number: 21603900008047 Address: c/o Faith Hope Love Hospice Care Malaysia, No 7, Jalan 1/3, 46000 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
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The Malaysian Hospice Council Congress 2024 is Now Open for Registration |
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The National Cancer Society Malaysia - Sarawak Branch and MHPCC are excited to announce the return of our biennial Congress to physical form. This year, as has been long awaited, the Congress will be held in Sibu, Sarawak. Venue: Kingwood Hotel, Sibu Date: 25th - 27th July 2024 Our Congress will be attended by key figures from all around the world. Dr. Frank Ferris from American Society of Clinical Oncology will be giving a keynote address on the theme and the esteemed Dr. M.R. Rajagopal from Pallium India will be speaking about "Making Healthcare Human". It's a learning opportunity not to be missed. Come register for the event and let's all build stronger connections and Collaborations in Palliative Care. You are also invited to send abstracts for Poster and Oral Presentations. | | |
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The MHPCC is excited to announce that we will be offering sponsorships to eligible individuals from our list of Organization and Individual Members to attend the 15th Malaysian Hospice Council Congress 2024. | | |
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The MHPCC BGM will also be held during the 15th Malaysian Hospice Council Congress 2024. We hope that our members have started preparing to attend this meeting. We really do look forward to meeting all of you there. Please have any proposed resolutions ready. MHPCC will be sending a formal notice and invitation in the coming months. |
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| | Thank you to those who registered for the upcoming Happy Feet Charity Run. Charis Hospice are thrilled to announced that the registration is officially closed now and looking forward to seeing you in the event and have the fun time together. | | |
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| | An invitation to join the Manjung Palliative Care Society (MPCS) Fund Raising Dinner happening on 27th April 2024. | | |
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| | MAPPAC is holding an annual charity bazaar MCHF2024 to raise funds to support the operations of three children hospices and to plan the setting up of other hospices around Malaysia. | | |
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| | Relive your 80s memories … at the Palliative Care Association of Kota Kinabalu (PCA KK) Charity Dinner & Concert. Happening at Magellan Sutera Resort, Kota Kinabalu on the 24th May 2024 | | |
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YOKUK, together with other related agencies will be organising the East Coast Palliative Care Conference. Venue: Grand Riverview Hotel, Kota Bharu, Kelantan Platform: Hybrid (Online and Physical) Date: 15th - 16th May 2024
For MHPCC members, there will be a discounted rate of RM200 to register if you are attending the physical session. Please make note of reference MHPCC during registration for the discounted rate to be applied.
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