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
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
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
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
ASEAN-US need to enhance cooperation in vaccine R&D - Hishammuddin
ASEAN and the US need to enhance cooperation in the field of research and development of vaccines and anti-viral medications as the call for vaccines and treatments is now louder than ever.
Sat Nov 14 2020
Muhyiddin wants NAM to help smaller nations in war against COVID-19
Malaysia believes NAM must play a more significant role to champion access and acquisition for smaller nations in obtaining medical supplies, medications and vaccine once they are developed.
Mon May 04 2020
Tiger Woods apologises for DUI arrest, blames medication
Woods said in a statement released by his spokesman that alcohol was not a factor in his arrest but apologised and added that he took full responsibility.
Tue May 30 2017
Five tips for travelling with medications
Here are a few things to consider when travelling with medication.
Sun Jul 10 2016
Consumers must take precautions in buying medications, says Fomca
The Federation of Malaysian Consumers Associations (Fomca) urges consumers to take precautions in buying medications, especially when buying online.
Tue Mar 15 2016
French teen's HIV in remission after 12 years of no drugs
A French teenager's HIV infection is still in remission more than 11 years after her medications were discontinued, the longest hiatus on record for a young person.
Tue Jul 21 2015
Common heartburn medications linked to greater risk of heart attack
A common heartburn medication taken by more than 100 million people every year is associated with a greater risk of heart attacks, Stanford University researchers reported Wednesday.
Sat Jun 13 2015
'We need medical aid, a roof over our heads', say Nepalese quake survivors
The Nepalis in the quake-stricken areas are primarily in dire need of medications and shelter compared to food and other necessities.
Sat May 09 2015
Pharmacy Bill: Allow patients to choose
Dr Venkates Rao believes patients should be allowed to chose either to pick up the medications at the clinic or buy them at the pharmacy according to their convenience.
Thu Feb 26 2015
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