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More than 800 million adults have diabetes globally, many untreated, study suggests

More than 800 million adults have diabetes globally, many untreated, study suggests

WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says in a statement, the rise documented in the study was alarming.
Sun Nov 17 2024
Sugar overload: A growing threat to kidney function

Sugar overload: A growing threat to kidney function

Dr. Rosnawati Yahya reports nearly 50% of dialysis patients have diabetes, highlighting the serious health risks of high sugar intake.
Sat Nov 16 2024
Addressing misconceptions and supporting patients in psoriasis

Addressing misconceptions and supporting patients in psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic, immune-mediated skin condition affecting nearly two to three pct of the global population, impacting over 60 mln.
Tue Nov 05 2024
One out of six Malaysians has diabetes - Health Minister

One out of six Malaysians has diabetes - Health Minister

Malaysia is still listed as the country with the highest prevalence of diabetes in South East Asia.
Fri Aug 02 2024
More than a billion people worldwide are obese, WHO study finds

More than a billion people worldwide are obese, WHO study finds

More than a billion people globally are now considered obese, a condition linked to an increased risk of numerous serious health problems
Sun Mar 03 2024
Breakthroughs and burdens in a century of diabetes treatment

Breakthroughs and burdens in a century of diabetes treatment

Since the discovery of insulin, diabetes treatment has made huge advances, but the condition has grown into a global killer.
Fri Jan 19 2024
Life doesn't end with a diabetes diagnosis

Life doesn't end with a diabetes diagnosis

Better ways to address the global diabetes crisis are urgently needed.
Fri Jan 19 2024
Gov't plan to combat NCDs among focus of Parliament today

Gov't plan to combat NCDs among focus of Parliament today

Also in focus will be the number of entrepreneurs forced to shut down businesses due to economic slowdown and ministry's effort to help.
Thu Nov 23 2023
Diabetic eye complications a hidden threat to human vision impairment

Diabetic eye complications a hidden threat to human vision impairment

Dr Tara Mary George said diabetes could impair the blood vessels in the retina, leading to damage and irreversible vision loss.
Tue Oct 10 2023
Depression direct cause of type 2 diabetes, research suggests

Depression direct cause of type 2 diabetes, research suggests

Obese people also are significantly more likely to have type 2 diabetes than those of normal weight.
Sat Sep 09 2023
'Alarming' rise in diabetes globally by 2050- Study

'Alarming' rise in diabetes globally by 2050- Study

There are currently 529 million people in the world with diabetes, a study showed.
Sun Jun 25 2023
M'sian Lifestyle Medicine doctor presents initiative for Type 2 diabetes remission at C20 summit

M'sian Lifestyle Medicine doctor presents initiative for Type 2 diabetes remission at C20 summit

Dr Sivaneswaran Poobalasingam highlighted the potential of therapeutic lifestyle interventions, particularly focusing on a plant-based diet.
Mon Jun 05 2023
Heat stroke - A risk for anyone exposed to extremely hot environment

Heat stroke - A risk for anyone exposed to extremely hot environment

The elderly, children and those with chronic diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity are more at risk of heat stroke.
Wed May 03 2023
[COLUMNIST] The last soiree for Bad

[COLUMNIST] The last soiree for Bad

UKM's Badrul Redzuan Abu Hassan passed away on 8 March 2023 after battling complications from diabetes.
Wed Apr 05 2023
Scientists' new 'biological BMI' could give a more precise picture of metabolic health

Scientists' new 'biological BMI' could give a more precise picture of metabolic health

This index claims to provide a more precise picture of a person's metabolic health by taking into account additional data.
Sun Apr 02 2023
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

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 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

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

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

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

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