Health Ministry misses target for emergency response times
KUALA LUMPUR: Only 34.1 per cent of life-threatening emergencies received a response within 15 minutes in 2025, below the Health Ministry’s 50 per cent target.
The Health Ministry in Malaysia has fallen short of its target for emergency response times, with only 34.1% of life-threatening emergencies receiving a response within 15 minutes in 2025, according to a report by New Straits Times. This falls below the ministry's goal of 50% for Priority 1 cases. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad acknowledged the challenge, stating that the key performance indicator (KPI) has not been met, and it is a significant issue that requires attention.
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