Tag: children
Floods disrupt lives of children in Indonesia – Report
Floods and landslides across parts of Sumatra, Indonesia, have left children facing ongoing health risks and extended disruption to their education, even as floodwaters begin to recede in some areas. Needs remain high, especially in remote and cut off communities […]
Professional services needed to address children’s mental health
A parliamentary committee has stressed that managing children’s mental health requires dedicated professional services and cannot be an added burden for teachers. Special Select Committee on Women, Children, and Community Development chairman Yeo Bee Yin said one key recommendation is […]
Hong Kong’s high HFMD activity in children prompts call for vigilance
Hong Kong’s Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health reminded parents and schools anew to stay vigilant as hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) activity continues to rise among children. The agency urged schools to report any […]
Violent video games can affect children’s mental health says Dzulkefly
Children who frequently play violent video games risk developing mental health issues without proper parental monitoring according to Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. He stated that today’s digital world exposes children to various online influences including games affecting […]
Malaysia to open first hospital-linked paediatric palliative care centre
Malaysia is opening its first hospital-linked Paediatric Palliative Care Centre (PPCC), a dedicated sanctuary for children with life-limiting and life-threatening illnesses. The centre, founded by paediatricians Dr. Lee Ai and Dr. Farah Khalid with support from the non-profit My Starfish […]
Healthcare at the crosshairs of crisis in war zones
We have heard the news: Missile attacks in the ongoing Middle East conflict involving Iran and Israel continue to damage major hospitals, disrupting access to essential medical services. The destruction of hospitals and care facilities forces thousands of people out […]
Childhood autoimmune diseases and their impact in Malaysia
Resource person: Dr Lim Sern Chin, Consultant Paediatrician and Paediatric Rheumatologist at ParkCity Medical Centre Children face lifelong conditions When most people think about arthritis or lupus, they picture adults. But for a small number of Malaysian children, these conditions […]
Hydration hacks: Staying cool in tropical heat while on vacation
Heat-safe holiday It’s that time of year when people feel the need to unwind by going on vacation and reconnect with the elements of nature—water, land, mountains, and lush forests. Many holiday makers are heading to Asia for its beaches, […]
Learning challenges in Malaysian children and their wider impact
Learning difficulties in children are challenges that extend beyond academics, often affecting their emotional well-being, social skills, and ability to navigate daily life. In Malaysia, approximately 7.4% of children experience developmental delays, as reported by the National Health and Morbidity […]
Reasons to Not Avoid and Delay Dental Checkups
By Prof Seow Liang Lin, Dean, School of Dentistry of IMU University. Dental phobia Everyone knows they should get their teeth checked at least once a year, but how many do? After all, if it doesn’t hurt, there’s really no […]
