Melaka: A special immediate allocation of RM750,000 has been approved to strengthen service delivery at the Durian Tunggal Health Clinic and the Durian Tunggal Dental Clinic in Melaka. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad stated that the allocation would be used for the procurement of medical and non-medical assets, as well as comprehensive infrastructure improvement works.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, this injection of funds is aimed at accommodating the projected surge in patient attendance in the area, which now exceeds 110,000 people annually. The allocation is set to facilitate upgrading works for the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Room, Counselling Room, and resurfacing of the public parking area at the Durian Tunggal Health Clinic. Additionally, it will cover repair works on the patient screening rooms at the dental clinic and the procurement of new clinical equipment to improve comfort for patients and staff.

The Health Minister emphasized that these upgrading efforts reflect the Ministry of Health's commitment to upholding the principles of accessibility and health equity. Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad noted that he also inspected the operations of both clinics to ensure the effective implementation of the improvements.