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Whole milk intake linked to CVD-related, all-cause deaths
Consumption of whole milk appears to increase the risks of cardiovascular disease (CVD)-related and all-cause mortality, while low-fat milk does not, suggests a study.
Whole milk intake linked to CVD-related, all-cause deaths
12 Nov 2025
MIMS Doctor caught wind of a relatively new healthcare entity and managed to catch up with one of the cofounders, Dr K. Siva Kumar, to find out a little more about the Merpati Alliance Group (MAG) and Merpati Health Services Berhad (MHSB).
How it started
MHSB and the MAG were established to bring general practitioners (GPs) together under a unified platform. “[At its infancy], we began as a small WhatsApp group in Petaling Jaya during the 2020 pandemic and has now grown into a national coalition and a business entity,” said Siva. The founders—Siva, Dr Benjamin Sinappan, and Dr Mahendraganesha—saw the need for constant communication, peer support, and stronger negotiating power for GPs.
Somewhere along the way, they decided they could do much more for the GP scene and decided to expand the group. Today, MAG and MHSB represent more than 1,300 members across Malaysia, with a focus on both clinical excellence and business sustainability. The ultimate mission is clear: unite GPs, strengthen their voice, and improve their business standing.
