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UK's Queen Camilla suffering from chest infection, Buckingham Palace says

UK's Queen Camilla suffering from chest infection, Buckingham Palace says

Queen Camilla is forced to pull out of her planned engagements this week due to a chest infection.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Twelfth monkey death at Hong Kong zoo, soil infection blamed

Twelfth monkey death at Hong Kong zoo, soil infection blamed

The monkeys died due to Melioidosis, a bacterial infection, which can affect both humans and animals.
Wed Oct 23 2024
Former Malaysian PM Mahathir, 99, hospitalised with respiratory infection

Former Malaysian PM Mahathir, 99, hospitalised with respiratory infection

A court hearing for a defamation case was postponed after Tun Dr Mahathir's lawyer said he was admitted to the National Heart Institute.
Wed Oct 16 2024
Elderly urged to get influenza vaccine to avoid serious infections

Elderly urged to get influenza vaccine to avoid serious infections

'Flu' is actually short for 'influenza,' leading many to mistakenly view it as just a regular cold.
Tue Oct 01 2024
Consider This Preventing HIV with PrEP - Harmonising Health & Faith

Consider This Preventing HIV with PrEP - Harmonising Health & Faith

In Muslim-majority Malaysia, implementing public health initiatives like PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) to prevent HIV infection required more than just medical planning. It demanded thoughtful consideration, the involvement of religious leaders, and careful communication to align with Islamic principles. As Malaysia integrates PrEP into its primary healthcare system, it’s setting a precedent that could serve as a model for other Muslim-majority countries. Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Anita Suleiman, President of the College of Public Health Medicine at the Academy of Medicine of Malaysia. She’s also the former Director of the Disease Control Division at the Ministry of Health, and has been widely credited as the architect of Malaysia’s PrEP programme.
Thu Aug 15 2024
Malaysia recorded 49,992 Hepatitis B cases over past decade, says MOH

Malaysia recorded 49,992 Hepatitis B cases over past decade, says MOH

Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver, usually caused by a viral infection, specifically the Hepatitis A, B, C, D, or E viruses.
Mon Jul 29 2024
Six Malaysian pilgrims die after wukuf

Six Malaysian pilgrims die after wukuf

All the pilgrims who died had time to perform wukuf worship and most of them died from heart disease, pneumonia and blood infection.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome cases in Japan top 1,000

Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome cases in Japan top 1,000

If not treated promptly, it can lead to soft tissue damage, respiratory failure, liver failure, kidney failure and multi-organ failure.
Tue Jun 18 2024
Malaysia's former PM Mahathir discharged from hospital after infection

Malaysia's former PM Mahathir discharged from hospital after infection

Ex-PM Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad was admitted to the IJN on Jan 26 for treatment of infection and observation.
Mon Mar 18 2024
Norway King needs permanent pacemaker

Norway King needs permanent pacemaker

King Harald V is said to be recovering from the infection, but his heart rate remains low, so a permanent pacemaker is therefore necessary.
Tue Mar 05 2024
King's Harald's health is improving - Norwegian Royal Palace

King's Harald's health is improving - Norwegian Royal Palace

Norwegian King Harald V who is currently undergoing treatment at Sultanah Maliha Hospital (HSM) in Langkawi, Malaysia is recovering from an infection, said the Norwegian Royal Palace.
Thu Feb 29 2024
Malaysia's ex-PM Mahathir still in hospital, recovering from infection

Malaysia's ex-PM Mahathir still in hospital, recovering from infection

The nonagenarian, who has a history of heart problems, was admitted to the National Heart Institute due to an unspecified infection.
Tue Feb 20 2024
Gout patients advised against puncturing lumps themselves

Gout patients advised against puncturing lumps themselves

The action can carry the risk of infection and joint infections are particularly dangerous as surgery may be required, said Dr Diyana Ahmad.
Fri Jan 05 2024
Britain detects first human case of flu strain similar to pig virus

Britain detects first human case of flu strain similar to pig virus

UKHSA said the case was detected as part of routine national flu surveillance and the source of infection was not known.
Tue Nov 28 2023
Too close and too cold, premature babies in grave peril at Gaza's Al Shifa hospital

Too close and too cold, premature babies in grave peril at Gaza's Al Shifa hospital

In the absence of infection control measures, the babies are transmitting viruses to each other and they have no immunity.
Tue Nov 14 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