{
  "id": 13887803,
  "title": "Digital MyLapor platform allows anonymous reports of errant smokers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/digital-mylapor-platform-allows-anonymous-reports-of-errant-smokers",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-10-12T05:32:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2026/10/12/digital-mylapor-platform-allows-anonymous-reports-of-errant-smokers"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Malaysian health ministry has launched a digital platform called MyLapor, which goes live today. This innovative system enables the public to report violations of the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 anonymously. Users can submit complaints through the MySejahtera app, by scanning QR codes placed at public places, or directly via the MyLapor website. These reports are then directed to the nearest district health office for prompt action.\n\nThe platform streamlines the process of reporting offenses, making enforcement faster, more precise, and impactful. MyLapor not only notifies complainants about the status of their reports through the MySejahtera app but also enables the health ministry to monitor complaints, pinpoint high-risk locations, and strategize enforcement accordingly. The ministry encourages businesses to display MyLapor QR codes prominently in their premises to reinforce the smoking ban.\n\nBy allowing people to voice their concerns without directly confronting offenders, MyLapor promotes a safer environment for everyone. The digital management system of MyLapor is set to revolutionize the way smoking violations are handled, ensuring a healthier Malaysia for all.",
  "summary": "Health ministry says complaints will be channelled to the nearest district health office for action.",
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Digital MyLapor platform allows anonymous reports of errant smokers",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/digital-mylapor-platform-allows-anonymous-reports-of-errant-smokers-13891209",
        "published": "2026-10-12T05:32:18.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}