'Extend service of retiring MOs, staff in fight against Covid-19'

NSTnation 'Extend service of retiring MOs, staff in fight against Covid-19'

In a statement, Dr N Ganabaskaran said the extension of short term contracts for those retiring should be considered to strengthen the wards, clinic and operation theatre pools while the younger generation serve on the frontlines.

He also said the government should consider expediting the renewal of contracts for MOs who have just been released from service due to the end of their 2 year contracts.Meanwhile, Dr N Ganabaskaran said primary care has a significant role in managing the Covid-19 situation."They are experienced and fully trained doctors and have a wider reach in access to the rakyat.

"Other countries as well as our neighbour Singapore has adopted this approach successfully," Dr N Ganabaskaran said.

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