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
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024
AI revolutionising sports to develop world-class athletes
Can a young Orang Asli child from Gua Musang, Kelantan be turned into an Olympic champion in 2036?
Fri Nov 22 2024