Worrying trend of drug abuse and addiction among school students - AADK
Khairul Anwar said that based on AADK records, the youngest primary school student to become a drug addict was 11 years old.
Mon Oct 14 2024
[COLUMNIST] Beyond the screen: Exploring the dark side of Internet Addiction among youths
We must find methods to alleviate the obstacles and barriers associated with managing Malaysia's digital ecosystem.
Mon May 20 2024
Ministry of Health launches survey on MySejahtera app to gather feedback on Generational Endgame (GEG)
The GEG effectively create a generation of Malaysians who will be protected from nicotine addiction.
Wed Oct 11 2023
Adventure recovery approach: New method to treat drug addiction
The Sepang PUSPEN's focus remains on the implementation of rehabilitation treatment through its primary model, i-PULIH.
Thu Oct 05 2023
AADK rehabilitates 73 drug addiction hotspots nationwide as of August
The ministry plans to recruit one million youths into AADK Anti-Drug Squad to enhance youth programmes and promote healthy lifestyles.
Mon Sep 11 2023
Breaking the billion-dollar addiction to consultants in government
Private consultancy companies have govts addicted to their services and the bill continues to balloon as the ties that bind get tighter.
Sun Aug 13 2023
Eliminate internet addiction before it's too late
Internet addicts make the internet a priority more important than family, friends, and work.
Fri Feb 03 2023
Vietnam struggles to break one of world's biggest coal addictions
Vietnam has the world's third-largest pipeline of new coal power projects.
Mon Nov 14 2022
US seeks to drastically cut nicotine content in cigarettes
If successful in its aims, the US shape a future where cigarettes are no longer responsible for addiction and debilitating disease.
Sat Jun 25 2022
Does workplace stress lead to drug abuse?
Some workers take drugs on the excuse that they need to stay energised at work as they have to be 'on call'.
Wed Jun 08 2022
Police recapture two Bukit Chabang Puspen escapees
Two inmates of the Bukit Chabang Narcotics Addiction Rehabilitation Centre (Puspen) who escaped on Saturday have been rearrested today.
Mon May 09 2022
MOH should take over synthetic drug addiction treatment - Expert
Violent crimes and even gruesome murders committed by individuals under the influence of dangerous drugs are no longer uncommon in M'sia.
Wed Mar 02 2022
Internet addiction, lack of effective parental control increase cybersecurity risk
Internet addiction and lack of effective parental control have caused an increased cybersecurity risk among the younger generation.
Tue Feb 22 2022
Negative stigma prevents addicts from seeking treatment - Khairy
Negative stigma amongst members of society towards drug abuse and addiction is one of the factors that prevent those involved from seeking professional treatment and help for their problems.
Sun Jan 16 2022
People suffering from depression are finally less stigmatized by society
Researchers also noted an increase in negative attitudes toward people with schizophrenia and alcohol addiction.
Thu Dec 30 2021
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024