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Flying Doctor Service to continue despite fatal Sarawak crash

Malaysia Times desk Original: The Vibes 9/9 18:17 X
Flying Doctor Service to continue despite fatal Sarawak crash
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Ensuring access to healthcare for people in rural and remote communities remained important, as medical emergencies could not be delayed.

From the original report

THE Flying Doctor Service (FDS) will continue providing medical care to people in remote parts of the country despite Tuesday's helicopter crash in Sarawak that claimed five lives, Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said today.

He said there was still a clear need for the service, particularly in areas where people have limited access to healthcare.

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The Vibes
Originally published
Sep 9, 2026
Updated here
Sep 9, 2026
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