He said mental health was a major problem in the country, but if there was proper coverage provided by insurance companies, it would certainly help those who required assistance in times of need.
“One insurance company in Singapore has offered coverage for five different types of mental health illnesses, which include major depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's, and obsessive compulsive disorder. He was responding to comments by Malaysia Psychiatric Association patron Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye, who said the Health Ministry needed to start the ball rolling for insurance coverage for mental healthcare and treatment for Malaysians.
However, Dr Lee said insurance coverage was under the purview of Bank Negara. He said he hoped the industry would consider the suggestion.
Don't say anything for the sake of saying. As ministerial level, you need to be responsible on your comments. Do some homework before you suggest it. What's the impact & whether it will achieve the results in the target time.
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