Medical groups in Malaysia defend nurses’ uniform after criticism from PAS MP over ‘tight’ attire

Meanwhile, former deputy health minister Dr Lee Boon Chye pointed out that the nurses’ uniforms were comfortable, functional and decent, and allowed for variation to cater to each institution and individual preferences.

“Wan Razali’s comment is unprofessional and politically motivated. When we expect MPs to focus on debating important healthcare reforms in the health white paper, the PAS MP was focused on the cut of the uniforms. What a joke,” he said, according to FMT. 

During the debate session in parliament on Thursday, Mr Wan Razali also pointed out that several healthcare facilities – such as Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) Hospital in Kelantan and Sultan Ahmad Shah Medical Centre in Kuantan, Pahang – have given their female staff the option to wear more appropriate clothing. 

This is not the first time that he has made headlines for his remarks in parliament. 

In March, Mr Wan Razali claimed that the Women’s March 2023 was actually a pro-lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) march. 

“Previously, the prime minister said that the country would never recognise LGBT groups. So why is there an LGBT march by supporters?” he asked, referring to a viral video which claimed that an LGBT march was held in Kuala Lumpur. 

According to The Star, Mr Wan Razali was then asked by Parliament Speaker Johari Abdul if he was sure about his claim. 

In response, he said that “they were together”. He later retracted his statement as he was unsure.