MOH has never endorsed products to replace medication for diabetes
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has never endorsed any product or food which can replace medicines including insulin to treat diabetes and control blood sugar.
Fri May 06 2022
MOH never endorsed substitute product to treat diabetes
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has never endorsed any product or food that can replace medicines including insulin to treat diabetes and control blood sugar levels.
Tue Apr 19 2022
Australian scientists develop pain-free blood sugar test for diabetics
This latest test works by embedding an enzyme that detects glucose into a transistor that can then transmit the presence of glucose.
Tue Jul 13 2021
One in two patients unaware they had diabetes - Dr Noor Hisham
One in two patients did not know they had diabetes until a blood sugar screening was performed, Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said.
Sat Nov 14 2020
Research suggests aloe vera has beneficial effects for diabetics
The plant has been found to reduce blood sugar levels, which can be helpful for patients suffering from type 2 diabetes.
Thu Jun 30 2016
Overweight mothers have larger babies: study
Overweight or obese women give birth to larger babies, says new research which could make some pregnant women think twice before reaching for that box of ice cream.
Wed Mar 16 2016
Painless blood tests coming soon
A device the size of a ping-Pong ball that extracts blood when held against the skin might soon replace needles.
Thu Apr 16 2015
Prick-less glucose monitoring takes a step forward
Engineers at Princeton University have developed a method to test blood sugar levels by means of a laser light.
Sat Aug 23 2014
Scientists find inexpensive recipe for calorie-free sweetener
The product does not cause tooth decay not does it affect blood sugar levels and, of course, it's calorie-free.
Sat Jun 28 2014
Modified iPhone shows promise against type 1 diabetes
The so-called "bionic pancreas" is the latest in the search to improve the lives of people who have type 1 diabetes.
Wed Jun 18 2014
High blood sugar levels may affect memory and lead to dementia
Exercising regularly and eating a healthy diet can help keep blood sugar at a healthy level.
Mon Oct 28 2013
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024