![WHO worker crowd-funds for UN agency after Trump pulls US out WHO worker crowd-funds for UN agency after Trump pulls US out](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/51738120756_WHOUNcrowdfundin.jpg)
WHO worker crowd-funds for UN agency after Trump pulls US out
The "1 Dollar, 1 World" campaign urges global donations of $1 to support the UN health agency in combating chronic and emerging diseases.
Sun Feb 02 2025
![Morning coffee does your heart good, study shows Morning coffee does your heart good, study shows](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/81700979367_coffeekopi.jpg)
Morning coffee does your heart good, study shows
Morning coffee drinkers have lower heart disease and overall mortality risks than all-day drinkers, a study finds.
Sat Jan 11 2025
AWANI Tonight: HMPV: Is there a cause for alarm?
Despite the rise in cases in Malaysia, Molecular virologist Dr. Vinod Balasubramaniam reassures the public that HMPV is a common seasonal virus with symptoms typically ranging from mild to moderate.
Wed Jan 08 2025
![Health Ministry set to launch 'war on salt' to combat chronic diseases Health Ministry set to launch 'war on salt' to combat chronic diseases](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/41712813278_saltgaram.jpg)
Health Ministry set to launch 'war on salt' to combat chronic diseases
MOH says reducing salt intake was vital as it was identified as a major contributing factor to the prevalence of numerous chronic diseases.
Sat Jan 04 2025
MOH declares ‘war on salt’ to combat chronic diseases
The Health Ministry is launching a ‘war on salt’ campaign to reduce salt intake among Malaysians, targeting a major cause of chronic diseases and premature deaths.
Fri Jan 03 2025
!['Tens of thousands' may be dead, Mayotte hospital worker says 'Tens of thousands' may be dead, Mayotte hospital worker says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41734500691_CycloneChido.jpg)
'Tens of thousands' may be dead, Mayotte hospital worker says
Doctors are also bracing for a surge in disease, a dental surgeon at the islands' only hospital says.
Wed Dec 18 2024
![Mayotte authorities fear hunger and disease; race to help cyclone survivors Mayotte authorities fear hunger and disease; race to help cyclone survivors](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/81734425135_tbCycloneChido.jpg)
Mayotte authorities fear hunger and disease; race to help cyclone survivors
The storm laid waste to large parts of the archipelago off east Africa, which is France's poorest overseas territory.
Tue Dec 17 2024
![India's Zakir Hussain, the tabla maestro with 'dancing fingers', dies India's Zakir Hussain, the tabla maestro with 'dancing fingers', dies](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41734330451_tbZakirHussain.jpg)
India's Zakir Hussain, the tabla maestro with 'dancing fingers', dies
Zakir Hussain died from complications of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis - a chronic lung disease, his family says.
Mon Dec 16 2024
![Undiagnosed disease in Congo puts children, malnourished at risk, WHO says Undiagnosed disease in Congo puts children, malnourished at risk, WHO says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/61709287971_FBREAKWHOx.jpg)
Undiagnosed disease in Congo puts children, malnourished at risk, WHO says
The WHO says all severe cases reported to be severely malnourished, and majority of cases were children, particularly those aged under five.
Wed Dec 11 2024
![The genetic risk of depression is a stronger predictor of heart problems in women than men: new research The genetic risk of depression is a stronger predictor of heart problems in women than men: new research](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-10/71603686784_woman.jpg)
The genetic risk of depression is a stronger predictor of heart problems in women than men: new research
Heart disease is the leading cause of death globally in both men and women.
Sat Dec 07 2024
![Floods: Over 1,000 infectious disease cases detected at relief centres in Terengganu Floods: Over 1,000 infectious disease cases detected at relief centres in Terengganu](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733218645_PPS.jpg)
Floods: Over 1,000 infectious disease cases detected at relief centres in Terengganu
Datuk Dr Kasemani Embong says respiratory infections accounted for the highest number of cases, followed by skin diseases.
Thu Dec 05 2024
![Sugar overload: A growing threat to kidney function Sugar overload: A growing threat to kidney function](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/51731575945_TBGula.jpg)
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
![Important to address metabolic syndrome linked to increase urinary problem in men Important to address metabolic syndrome linked to increase urinary problem in men](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/81731056322_Metabolicsyndrome.jpg)
Important to address metabolic syndrome linked to increase urinary problem in men
Managing MetS in men will be the key to promoting healthy ageing and supporting men's resilience throughout life's stages.
Sat Nov 09 2024
![Addressing misconceptions and supporting patients in psoriasis Addressing misconceptions and supporting patients in psoriasis](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/81730708126_tbpsoriasis.jpg)
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
![Malaysia establishes global society to promote exercise medicine against NCDs Malaysia establishes global society to promote exercise medicine against NCDs](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/41730689001_internationalsociet.jpg)
Malaysia establishes global society to promote exercise medicine against NCDs
ISEM aims to redefine exercise not just as a lifestyle choice but as a vital intervention for disease prevention.
Mon Nov 04 2024
![China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/41691592123_WangYi.jpg)
China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands
Beijing looks to improve its foothold in a region historically under the US sphere of influence.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739935395_tbVladimirPutinDon.jpg)
Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy
Washington's approach changes dramatically with the initial meeting between US and Russian negotiators.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739950345_PopeFrancis.jpg)
Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says
Doctors say a polymicrobial infection occurs when two or more micro-organisms are involved and can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738903885_TBSaraDuterte.jpg)
Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court
Sara Duterte makes her first legal move to fight the case that could lead to her removal and lead to a lifetime ban from public office.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733723992_LewisHamilton.jpg)
Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch
I feel so full of life, so much energy, because everything's new and I'm just focused on what is up ahead, Hamilton says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739962942_SheikhMohamedbinZ.jpg)
UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians
The UAE's stance matters as its one of four Arab nations that normalised ties with Israel during Trumps first term.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739940935_TBTaylorSwift.jpg)
Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time
The megastar's "The Tortured Poets Department" record also topped four IFPI charts, the IFPI says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/71737096454_palestinegazaisr.jpg)
More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says
Years of rebuilding work, including clearing unexploded ordinance and millions of tonnes of rubble lie ahead.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739939398_TBLiewChinTong.jpg)
Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew
Liew Chin Tong says the restrictions would not affect the development of the domestic data centre ecosystem as a whole.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739955532_GretaThunberg.jpg)
Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action
A court cannot decide that the parliament or the government must take any specific action, the Supreme Court says.
Wed Feb 19 2025