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| 1MCA Medical Foundation helps heart patient with RM12,000 Posted: 14 Sep 2011 03:36 AM PDT HEART patient Chow Wah became the first successful applicant to receive aid from the 1MCA Medical Foundation via the MCA PJU Community Task Force. Chow, 53, who was diagnosed more than a year ago with blockage of the heart vessels, would require a total of RM18,100 to undergo a balloon angioplasty and stent placement at Serdang Hospital, where he has been seeking treatment. He is unable to finance the entire surgery as his wife, the family's main breadwinner, earns some RM1,200 a month selling noodles at a hawker stall in Sunwaymas, Petaling Jaya. The resident of a low-cost flat in Kota Damansara has three children, one of whom earns less than RM1,000 as a contract worker while the other two are unemployed. Upon receiving a cheque of RM12,000 from MCA PJU Community Task Force chairman Datuk Dr Wong Sai Hou on behalf of the Foundation on Monday, a grateful Chow said he would request that his doctor schedule his surgery as soon as possible. Dr Wong said the 1MCA Medical Foundation was aimed at helping those in need of medical treatment by providing financial assistance to ease the patients' burden. "Patients who are Malaysian citizens and have limited financial capacity are eligible to apply," he said. "The 1MCA Medical Foundation offers partial contribution for purchase of medication, medical equipment or services not available at government hospitals, as well as partial contribution for certain emergency treatments. "Those with terminal or chronic illnesses are not eligible to apply, as the idea is to assist patients with a good prognosis to live a normal life after undergoing surgery." Dr Wong said those who would like to apply have to fill up a form that is divided into three sections: the patient's particulars and biodata, certification by the doctor and supporting documentation, and signature of support from the relevant MCA Division. "The division will vet the applications before submitting them to the Foundation for approval," he said. "The patients also have to undergo an interview at the Foundation before their applications are reviewed by a qualified panel. "The guideline states that the Foundation will only subsidise a certain amount of the surgery cost, depending on the patient's financial capacity, like whether they have financial support from relatives. "This is a one-off contribution to help poor patients in need of medical treatment." Dr Wong said the MCA PJU Community Task Force has thus far received five applications for the 1MCA Medical Foundation, including two from the Indian community. On how he would settle the balance of his surgery cost, Chow said he would negotiate with the hospital to work out the details. Meanwhile, Dr Wong said Brahma Kumaris Malaysia in collaboration with the MCA NGO Bureau will be organising a five-day residential programme called Three Dimensional Heart Care – A Preventive Healthcare Model for the 21st Century. The programme, which will be held from Nov 5 to 9 at Resort Pantai Cinta Berahi, Kota Baru, Kelantan, is targeted at those with mild heart cases. "The programme will introduce patients to relaxation techniques, exercise, meditation and other aspects to serve as preventive measures and to take control of their lifestyle," said Dr Wong, who is the MCA NGO Bureau deputy chairman. For details on the residential programme, contact Brahma Kumaris Malaysia at 03-2282 6396/ 603-2282 2310 or malaysia3dheartcare@yahoo.com. Application forms for the 1MCA Medical Foundation are available at the foundation's office at Level 9, Wisma MCA, Kuala Lumpur, or online at www.mca.org.my. Those who need to seek assistance via the MCA PJU Community Task Force can call 03-7875 9493. |
| Posted: 14 Sep 2011 03:35 AM PDT MOTORISTS who speed from the Federal Highway entering into Jalan Kemajuan, in the Subang Jaya locale, could lose control on the perilous bend that has seen a number of cars hitting into a one metre concrete wall and almost plunging down onto a rail track below. Kelana Jaya MCA division youth chief Lee You Hin said the Subang Jaya Municipal Council (MPSJ) needed to address the issue of the dangerous bend, which spanned 300m. "According to residents in Subang Jaya and USJ, the dangerous bend has seen a number of accidents. "The damaged wall and its railings dislodged from an accident about five months ago have yet to be repaired," he said. Lee said he lodged a complaint with MPSJ two weeks ago but no action had been taken. "We cannot tolerate such lackadaisical attitude as it concerns all road users. MPSJ must repair the wall and the railing as there is a gaping hole. "If a car goes off the road, it could end up on the railway track or in front of an oncoming train. That will be devastating," said Lee who is also the MCA Youth deputy chief. USJ residents Teh Sew Kim and Cecilia Ang asked the council to act fast. Lee said MPSJ should not only repair the wall and replace the railings but add other safety measures. "I urge the councillors in the traffic committee to go to the area and think up measures to curb speeding at the bend," he said. He added that MPSJ should place speed breakers, install reflectors for better night vision and light up the stretch along the bend as there are no streetlamps. "I advise motorists not to speed," he said. He said if the council failed to take remedial action, then he would organise a signature campaign among road users and residents. |
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