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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024