By Norrasyidah Arshad
SHAH ALAM, Jan 27 — The Selangor Saring free health screening programme will resume on February 18, in conjunction with the Jelajah Selangor Penyayang roadshow.
State executive councillor for public health Dr Siti Mariah Mahmud said the second phase of the initiative will see several improvements, including offering dental and ear checks, as well as physiotherapy sessions.
“Apart from that, we also will collaborate with a non-government organisation (NGO) that is well-versed in handling cervical cancer patients. They will be involved in the screening process.
“We will also conduct a health exhibition to disseminate information to the participants of the programme. The exhibition would involve the state’s health department,” Dr Siti Mariah told SelangorKini when contacted, adding that the venue for the event has yet to be decided.
Last year, the state government introduced the Selangor Saring initiative to help people undergo free health screenings.
The programme offers a variety of physical examinations, including screenings for the eyes, breasts, cervical, and colorectal tissues, as well as blood and urine.
