A former radiographer, Nur Fauzia Abdul Razak, is planning to sue the Universiti Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) over alleged radiation safety breaches leading to her cancer diagnosis. Fauzia's lawyers are looking for other current or former staff members with similar health issues and are seeking UMMC to disclose procurement records of radiation equipment. After months of unsuccessful discussions with UMMC, the legal team is finalizing a negligence claim and possibly a broader inquiry into workplace safety at the hospital. Fauzia's allegations include the existence of a cancer cluster among radiology staff, supported by various health issues reported among colleagues. UMMC has denied any wrongdoing, asserting that staff exposure levels are within safe limits. Civil society groups are supporting the case and calling for a Royal Commission of Inquiry into UMMC's radiation practices.
Mon, 21 Sep 2026 08:13:45 GMT | CodeBlue