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Human Resources Ministry studies proposal for Perkeso rehabilitation center in Sarawak
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Human Resources Ministry studies proposal for Perkeso rehabilitation center in Sarawak

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Human Resources Ministry is studying a proposal to establish a Social Security Organization (Perkeso) rehabilitation center in Sarawak.
  • The study will consider socioeconomic impact, funding sustainability, geography, and current needs before a decision is made.
  • Perkeso already collaborates with UNIMAS and has 14 rehabilitation panel centers across Sarawak to serve contributors.

Malaysia's Ministry of Human Resources (Kesuma) is carefully reviewing a proposal to establish a Social Security Organization (Perkeso) rehabilitation center in Sarawak. Deputy Minister Datuk Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan stated that a detailed study is necessary to evaluate various factors before any decision is made.

The establishment of a comprehensive medical and vocational rehabilitation center with rehabilitation technology facilities requires a large development cost.

— Datuk Khairul Firdaus Akbar KhanDiscussing the financial implications of establishing a new rehabilitation center.

The proposed center would require significant development costs for comprehensive medical and vocational rehabilitation facilities, including advanced rehabilitation technology. The study will also assess the availability of supporting services from nearby hospitals and specialist facilities, alongside geographical considerations and current needs.

Other support services from nearby hospitals and specialist hospitals also need to be considered.

— Datuk Khairul Firdaus Akbar KhanHighlighting the need for integrated healthcare services for the proposed center.

Khairul Firdaus explained that Perkeso has already forged a strategic partnership with Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS). This collaboration aims to expand rehabilitation programs and facilities through the UNIMAS Teaching Hospital. This initiative is part of Perkeso's broader efforts to enhance rehabilitation services for its contributors in the state.

Perkeso has established a strategic collaboration with Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) to provide and expand rehabilitation programs and facilities in Sarawak.

— Datuk Khairul Firdaus Akbar KhanDetailing existing partnerships for rehabilitation services.

Currently, Perkeso operates through 14 panel rehabilitation centers throughout Sarawak, offering services to a substantial number of contributors. These centers cater to individuals insured under the Employee's Social Security Scheme, Self-Employed Social Security Scheme (Skim Lindung Kendiri), and the Housewives' Social Security Scheme (Skim Lindung Kasih). This network benefits 756,403 Perkeso contributors in Sarawak, ensuring access to necessary rehabilitation treatments.

This initiative benefits 756,403 Perkeso contributors in Sarawak.

— Datuk Khairul Firdaus Akbar KhanQuantifying the reach of Perkeso's rehabilitation services in Sarawak.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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