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Health Crisis Looms amid Push for Fossil Fuel Phase-Out to Save Millions
The call to action at COP28 in Dubai emphasised the need to prioritize public health in the fight against climate change by reducing fossil fuel use. Over 120 nations committed to enhancing climate finance for health-related issues, yet surprisingly, the […]
Exploring the Correlation Between Stroke Occurrences, Covid-19, and the Youth
By Dr. Joyce Pauline Joseph, Consultant Neurologist at Aurelius Hospital Nilai The Covid-19 pandemic has reshaped human health on a global scale, extending far beyond its commonly acknowledged respiratory effects. This virus has shown its capacity to affect multiple bodily […]
Cancer in Malaysia: Nurturing Awareness, Conquering Late-Stage Challenges
Malaysia faces a challenging struggle against a surge in cancer cases, significantly impacting the country’s health landscape. As reported by the Ministry of Health (MOH), the likelihood of receiving a cancer diagnosis stands at 1 in 10 for men and […]
Holiday Health Guide: 10 Tips for a Fit and Joyous Season
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness, often accompanied by gastronomic feasts and tempting treats. While it’s a wonderful time to indulge, it’s also essential to be mindful of your health and to not abandon healthy […]
HKUMed’s Groundbreaking Cure for Terminal Liver Cancer Using ‘Reduce and Remove’ with Living Donor Transplant
A new treatment strategy for locally advanced liver cancer, known as ‘Reduce and Remove’, was announced by the Department of Surgery and Department of Clinical Oncology, Centre of Cancer Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine, LKS Faculty of Medicine of the […]
Roche & MUIS Team Up to Support B40 and M40 Breast Cancer Patients in Sabah Through PERKIPS
The pilot program aims to fund HER-2 positive breast cancer to provide equitable and timely access to innovative Standard-of-Care neoadjuvant therapy. Roche (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd has unveiled a distinctive initiative designed to ease the financial burden of treatment for breast […]
How to manage social media usage for a stress-free life
By Mohani Niza Social media has become an integral part of our daily routine, connecting us with friends, family, and the world at large. However, the constant scroll and the pressure to keep up with others can take a toll […]
Vietnam: Patients purchasing their own medication for reimbursement under health insurance
To address the persistent issue of medication and medical supply shortages at healthcare facilities, the Ministry of Health of Vietnam has proposed a solution that would enable health insurance patients to claim reimbursement for self-purchased supplies. This initiative comes as […]
Japan’s Latest Health Mandates Promote Fitness Across All Ages; Launches ‘Health Japan 21’
In a bid to overhaul and update the recommended fitness criteria, Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare have unveiled their long-awaited draft guidelines for physical activity after a decade-long hiatus. The latest recommendations aim to redefine the exercise regimes […]
Dr Steven Fang’s Inspiring Journey – From Selling His Home to Pioneering Cancer Treatment Testing
Entrepreneurs often invest their life savings into their ventures, but for Dr. Steven Fang, Founder of Invitrocue, that wasn’t enough—he had to put his home on the line. After putting his 7-figure savings into building his biotech startup, he and […]
