PETALING JAYA: Uninsured Malaysians should secure basic medical protection now rather than waiting for the government’s proposed medical and health insurance and takaful (MHIT) plan. Insurance unit manager Nurul Amirah Zamri said that at the minimum, they should get cove­rage for death and accidents. For those who can afford it, she suggested hospitalisation and surgical coverage based on their medical needs, with annual cove­rage of RM100,000. Insurance agent Aminuddin Abdul Khalid echoed the need for consumers to take an in­formed and comparative ap­­proach when selecting medical coverage. “People should compare different medical insurance plans by looking at coverage options, premiums and deductibles to find the best fit for their needs,” he said.

Source: The Star January 31, 2026 11:07 UTC