Middle East & North Africa Clinical Toxicology Association (MENATOX) 2026 Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Representing Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) and the PRN, local experts took the global stage at the Middle East & North Africa Clinical Toxicology Association (MENATOX) 2026 conference, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from January 26 to 29. The prestigious international summit convened leading clinical toxicologists and researchers, providing a vital platform for the Malaysian delegation to forge strategic collaborations, expand networks in data science and poisoning risk mitigation, and elevate the global visibility of local research. During a concurrent session, the representatives delivered a compelling oral presentation titled "Acute Poisoning and Chronic Exposure to Toxic Heavy Metals in Malaysia: Integrated Evidence from Clinical Surveillance and Consumer Product Testing." This highly anticipated session successfully captivated the international toxicology community by showcasing Malaysia's proactive approach to public health, sharing critical insights and concrete evidence derived from the seamless integration of clinical surveillance data and rigorous consumer product testing.