{
  "id": 14623160,
  "title": "MOH adds 1,237 AeroChambers, 556 nebulisers for haze response",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/moh-adds-1-237-aerochambers-556-nebulisers-for-haze-response",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-15T05:35:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Vibes",
    "slug": "the-vibes",
    "url": "https://www.thevibes.com/articles/lifestyles/128373/moh-adds-1237-aerochambers-556-nebulisers-for-haze-response"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Malaysian Ministry of Health (MOH) has bolstered its public health readiness for worsening haze conditions by adding 1,237 AeroChambers and 556 nebulisers, according to a report on October 15, 2026. The additional equipment includes 841 AeroChamber devices designed for adults, 396 for children, and 556 nebulisers. Health Minister Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad revealed that the new equipment will bolster the healthcare system's capacity to treat haze-related illnesses and strengthen surveillance of related illnesses at 78 healthcare facilities nationwide. The ministry is collaborating with the Department of Environment and the Malaysian Meteorological Department to monitor air quality and share information. Surveillance of haze-related illnesses has been strengthened at 78 sentinel healthcare facilities, focusing on upper respiratory tract infections, asthma, and conjunctivitis. The National Haze Operations Room was also activated to coordinate responses to the health effects of haze.",
  "summary": "THE Ministry of Health (MOH) has stepped up public health preparedness for worsening haze conditions by adding 1,793 respiratory devices and strengthening surveillance of haze-related illnesses at 78 healthcare facilities nationwide. Health Minister ...",
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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."
}