Malaysia: High doctor no-show rate in Sabah, Sarawak prompts MMA call for incentives

The Malaysian Medical Association warns of high no-show rates among medical officers assigned to permanent postings in Sabah and Sarawak, urging the government to reinstate percentage-based allowances and add incentives. The development signals a potential healthcare staffing crisis in East Malaysia, which could strain rural medical services. The claim is based on reports cited by the MMA, with no official government data yet.