About Collaborating Societies
Malaysian Society of Infection Control and Infectious Diseases (MyICID)
The Malaysian Society of Infection Control and Infectious Diseases (MyICID) is a professional body comprising registered medical practitioners, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare personnel dedicated to the fields of infectious diseases, infection control, and antimicrobial resistance in Malaysia. The society aims to promote education, training, and research in these areas, while also collaborating with government bodies, non-governmental organizations, professional societies, and corporate partners to achieve its objectives.
The society organizes conferences, workshops, and seminars to provide platforms for knowledge exchange, professional development, and networking among its members and stakeholders. By supporting evidence-based practices and facilitating research, MyICID contributes to shaping policies and guidelines that align with global standards, ultimately fostering a safer and more resilient healthcare system in Malaysia.
Infusion Nurses Society Malaysia (INSM)
Infusion Nurses Society Malaysia (INSM), or Persatuan Jururawat Infusi Malaysia, is a professional association that promotes best practices in infusion therapy management. As a national organisation, the society coordinates the activities of nurses interested in this speciality. INSM also fosters collaboration and friendship with local and international corporate organisations and others with similar interests. INSM recognises that the essential theoretical knowledge necessary for safe infusion therapy may not be thoroughly covered in the nursing diploma or basic degree programs. Misinformation and a lack of technical proficiency have led to significant discrepancies between theoretical preparedness and practical application. Practices also vary considerably among different organisations and even within the same organisation, primarily due to the absence of national standards of practice. This lack of standardisation complicates efforts to advocate for best practices aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes. Nevertheless, INSM is steadfast in its commitment to standardising infusion therapy practices and understanding the urgency and significance of this issue. INSM firmly believes that policies and procedures concerning infusion therapy management should be current and aligned with the latest global standards. The organisation advocates for the implementation of structured training programs for new nurses during their orientation and regular updates for all nursing staff based on emerging evidence. INSM strives to ensure that only clinical nurses specialising in infusion therapy management lead training programs and competency assessments.
Persatuan Kawalan Infeksi dan Antimikrobial Kota Kinabalu Sabah (PKIAKKS)
PKIAKKS, which stands for Persatuan Kawalan Infeksi dan Antimikrobial Kota Kinabalu Sabah, was established on 19 September 2011 as a voluntary, non-profit government organization. Our mission is to promote excellence in infection prevention and control practices, alongside antimicrobial stewardship, among healthcare workers to enhance patient safety and public health. By focusing on reducing hospital-associated infections, we aim to lower hospital-related morbidity and mortality rates, creating safer healthcare environments. Additionally, we are committed to combating and preventing the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance through education, advocacy, and collaboration with healthcare professionals. By addressing these critical healthcare challenges, PKIAKKS strives to improve patient outcomes and support a sustainable healthcare system.
We regularly organised workshops, conferences, and other initiatives designed to foster knowledge-sharing and innovative solutions in the field. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in healthcare quality and safety.
Infection Control Association Malaysia (ICAM)
ICAM which stands for Infection Control Association of Malaysia was established in 2002. It is a as a non-governmental organization, has been guided by Prof. Dr. Victor Lim and has trained over 8,000 participants in infection control through the annual APSIC course in Kuala Lumpur since 2004. The aims of the society are to collaborate, educate and working together to prevent infection. And the vision is to strive and educate the healthcare workers with the evidence-based infection prevention policy and practice in the public health as well as in the dentistry by organising conferences, courses and seminars.