
OKU Sentral calls on Health Ministry to establish rare disease policy
Ras Adiba Radzi has called on the Ministry of Health (KKM) to establish a Rare Disease Policy to safeguard the welfare of those suffering from rare illnesses.
Tue Jan 17 2023

KPWKM, OKU Sentral cooperation will help understand PwD needs better - Nancy
The cooperation between KPWKM and OKU Sentral will allow the ministry to better understand situations and the needs of PwDs in a more detailed manner.
Tue Jan 03 2023

Increase number of PPR house ownership for PwD group - Ras Adiba
OKU Sentral president Senator Datuk Ras Adiba Radzi is requesting the government to consider allocating more houses under the People's Housing Programme (PPR) to persons with disabilities (PwDs).
Fri Aug 12 2022

Maxis committed to supporting communities with different needs this Raya
In conjunction with Raya festivities, Maxis has rolled out several initiatives to bring joy to families and students of the B40 group as well as PwDs, including collaborating with OKU Sentral.
Mon May 09 2022

Employers urged to prepare disabled-friendly job application forms - Ras Adiba
Persatuan OKU Sentral president Datuk Ras Adiba Radzi has urged both public and private entities to prepare disabled-friendly job application forms.
Sat Apr 02 2022

OKU Sentral submits recommendations to Melaka govt to empower PwD - Ras Adiba
Ras Adiba said it will be a benchmark for other states to empower the group as many issues faced by the PwD community could be highlighted.
Mon Jan 17 2022

OKU Sentral contributes aid worth RM200,000 to flood victims nationwide
OKU Sentral has channelled aid worth about RM200,000 to flood victims nationwide.
Sat Jan 15 2022

Ras Adiba urges PwD to go for COVID-19 booster jabs
Persons with Disabilities (PwD) who have been notified to take COVID-19 booster jabs should keep to their appointments, said OKU Sentral president Senator Datuk Ras Adiba Radzi.
Sun Dec 05 2021

Govt urged to provide more affordable special needs schools
OKU Sentral will suggest to KPWKM to provide more affordable platforms such as classes and schools for special needs children to get education and skills.
Sat Dec 04 2021

Support special needs children in pursuing their interests - Ras Adiba
Parents of children with special needs should support and allow them to pursue their interests, says OKU Sentral president Senator Datuk Ras Adiba Radzi.
Tue Nov 30 2021

OKU Sentral ready to help set up COVID-19 drive-through PPV - Ras Adiba
OKU Sentral is ready to assist any party or state government to set up COVID-19 drive-through vaccination centres (PPV) specifically for persons with disabilities (PwD) and senior citizens.
Thu Oct 14 2021

Only 1.8 pct left to be vaccinated for adult population 80 pct herd immunity - Dr Adham
The focus is currently on all states for at least 60 per cent of the adult population to be fully vaccinated by the end of September.
Sun Sep 19 2021

JB OKU Sentral drive-through vaccination centre opens to public from Sept 20
The OKU Sentral drive-through COVID-19 vaccination centre at the Johor Bahru City Council Aquatic Centre, Arena Larkin here will be open to the public from Sept 20 to 30.
Sat Sep 18 2021

More PwDs urged to get vaccinated at OKU Sentral drive-through PPV
Some of them admitted that having no means of transportation was the main factor that made it difficult for them to get to the PPV.
Wed Sep 08 2021

No report of fear of vaccine among PwDs - Ras Adiba
The majority of persons with disabilities (PwDs) in the country are not afraid to get vaccinated, in fact, they even welcome the efforts to fight the COVID-19 pandemic, said Datuk Ras Adiba Radzi.
Wed Aug 25 2021

Fatty liver disease - A major driver of liver cancer risk in Malaysia
By the time symptoms such as jaundice, abdominal pain and weight loss appear, the cancer may be in its advanced stage.
Sun Feb 23 2025

Trump tightens grip on independent agencies to test limits of presidential power
The order lets the White House shift budget and policies, usually kept at arms length from the president's daily oversight.
Sun Feb 23 2025

INSIGHT - In Russia, dozens of dissenters are held as psychiatric patients
Dozens of Russians face compulsory psychiatric treatment for their political views, say lawyers and human rights groups.
Sun Feb 23 2025

How does space travel affect astronaut health?
Here is an explanation of some of the effects on human health caused by space travel.
Sun Feb 23 2025

Can you distinguish between reality and deepfake?
Currently, Malaysia has no specific laws regulating deepfake technology.
Sun Feb 23 2025

Animated films seek to find a place in best picture Oscar race
Animated filmmakers now aim to be included to the best picture race after being shut out for several years.
Sun Feb 23 2025

Emotional trauma piles up for Ukraine's children three years after invasion
Teachers, psychologists and children are used to living in a state of chronic exhaustion without a clear end in sight, experts say.
Sat Feb 22 2025

Wedding content creation the big thing now for newlyleds
A wedding content creator's success does not rely solely in tech but in capturing emotions and bringing a couples love story to life.
Sat Feb 22 2025

Will Western companies return to Russia?
Easing restrictions could let some companies return to what was once a high-growth market under Trump's administration.
Sat Feb 22 2025

Chatbots pose challenge to guarding child mental health
Developers say AI companions can combat loneliness and improve users' social experiences in a safe space.
Sat Feb 22 2025