In Gaza, hospital procedures without anaesthetics prompted screams, prayers
Dr Mohammad Zaqout said that staff did their best to alleviate patients' pain with other, weaker medications, but this was inadequate.
Fri Nov 10 2023
Suspected Thai mall shooter suffered breakdown, used modified pistol, police say
The suspected gunman had been receiving psychological treatment and had not taken his prescribed medication on the day of the shooting.
Wed Oct 04 2023
Understanding Vertigo - Exploring the causes
Vertigo can be caused by a variety of conditions, such as inner ear problems, head injuries and even certain medications.
Wed Jun 07 2023
Thai king's hospitalised daughter stable 'at a certain level' - Royal Palace
Doctors are using medication and equipment to support her lung, heart and kidney functions after she suffered a heart problem.
Mon Dec 19 2022
Sperm count is declining at accelerating rate worldwide: Study
Exposure to pollution, plastics, smoking, drugs, prescribed medication, including poor diet lifestyle, suggested to be contributory factors.
Wed Nov 16 2022
Cannabis-based medication can be registered if proven safe, effective - Khairy
The MOH will allow registrations for cannabis-based medication if there is solid evidence the product can be used safely and effectively to treat patients.
Mon Oct 17 2022
Najib in stable condition, to continue treatment at HKL - Khairy
On claims that Najib' was having high blood pressure because his medication was changed, Khary said it was not true.
Tue Sep 13 2022
Jailed Malaysian ex-PM Najib needs "proper" medical care, says daughter
Nooryana said doctors prescribed a change in medication and discharged Najib back to Kajang prison where he is serving his sentence.
Mon Sep 12 2022
Najib's 1MBD trial cut short due to "quite bad" health condition
Najib's medication for blood pressure has been changed and it has adverse effects on him, the Court was told.
Mon Sep 12 2022
Medicine shortage not due to panic buying - Khairy
Khairy said there is high demand for certain medications following the spread of the Omicron variant and the rising cases of the HFMD.
Thu Jun 09 2022
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
Whither Ivermectin
Even human-grade Ivermectin is strictly not for self-medication until proper guidance from the health authorities.
Thu Aug 26 2021
Four decades on, where's the HIV vaccine?
More people than ever now have access to medications called antiretroviral therapy.
Tue Jun 08 2021
Time to dismiss 'prescription drugs can cause kidney problems' myth
Dr Wan Ahmad Syahril said it was a public misunderstanding in linking taking medications to kidney damage.
Mon Mar 08 2021
Only general medicine services affected in closure - Sarikei Hospital
Sarikei Hospital clarified this matter following the announcement of the closure of the hospital's outpatient specialist clinic which went viral on social media.
Fri Jan 29 2021
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