Press Statements

We refer to the above matter. This press statement outlines Malaysian Medics International's (MMI) position on the recent High Court ruling regarding the classification of liquid nicotine under the Poisons Act 1952. It respectfully calls upon the government to uphold this judicial decision through a coordinated legislative approach, harmonizing Act 852 with the Poisons Act. Furthermore, the statement advocates for transitioning nicotine e-liquids into a carefully regulated, prescription-only medical model. This aims to safeguard youth from the rising health risks of EVALI while ensuring adult cessation aids remain appropriately accessible through clinical pathways. Finally, MMI highlights the importance of grounding national health policies in evidence-based medical consensus. The statement concludes by appealing to the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Finance to cooperatively address the widespread commercialization of vaping products and to continue prioritizing long-term public health and patient safety.