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Obesity rates soaring globally in 'monumental social failure', study says

Obesity rates soaring globally in 'monumental social failure', study says

Obesity is associated with an increased risk of serious health problems like diabetes, some cancers, and heart disease.
Wed Mar 05 2025
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
Chinese study recommends region-specific diets, amid rising obesity risks

Chinese study recommends region-specific diets, amid rising obesity risks

The study adheres to a "Planetary Health Diet" and advocates a reduced consumption of dairy products and red meat.
Sat Nov 16 2024
Food companies sell products that are less healthy in poorer countries, says report

Food companies sell products that are less healthy in poorer countries, says report

It is the first time the index has split the assessment into low and high-income countries.
Fri Nov 08 2024
China unveils first diagnosis guidelines to battle escalating obesity crisis

China unveils first diagnosis guidelines to battle escalating obesity crisis

Obesity has become a major public health issue in China, ranking as the sixth leading risk factor for death and disability in the country.
Tue Oct 22 2024
Beyond the three highs: The silent threat of obesity in Malaysia

Beyond the three highs: The silent threat of obesity in Malaysia

Nearly 20 per cent of Malaysians classified as obese, according to The World Obesity Atlas.
Sat Sep 14 2024
Unhealthy food practices, lack of physical activity main causes of obesity - Dr Dzulkefly

Unhealthy food practices, lack of physical activity main causes of obesity - Dr Dzulkefly

Health Minister says any allegation that 24-hour restaurants are the main cause of obesity in Malaysia must be proven empirically.
Wed Apr 24 2024
[COLUMNIST] Addressing the socioeconomic gaps in nutrition transition on health

[COLUMNIST] Addressing the socioeconomic gaps in nutrition transition on health

Socioeconomic inequalities, including income, education, housing instability, etc., pose a significant risk for poor dietary choices.
Mon Apr 08 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
Excessive use of mobile phones affects children's psyche, experts says

Excessive use of mobile phones affects children's psyche, experts says

This has led to the increase in the number of children with mental disorders, peer violence, obesity and digital dementia, experts warn.
Mon Sep 04 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
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
Taking a long siesta might not be so good for you, scientists warn

Taking a long siesta might not be so good for you, scientists warn

Researchers suggest that long naps could be associated with a higher risk of obesity, high blood pressure and metabolic syndrome.
Sat Apr 29 2023
More than half of the world will be overweight or obese by 2035 - report

More than half of the world will be overweight or obese by 2035 - report

Rates of obesity are rising particularly quickly among children and in lower income countries, the report found.
Thu Mar 02 2023
Russia lays out demands for talks with US on Ukraine, sources say

Russia lays out demands for talks with US on Ukraine, sources say

Russia has presented the U.S. with a list of demands for a deal to end its war against Ukraine and reset relations with the US, sources say
Thu Mar 13 2025
Astro launches Max on the Ultra and Ulti Box, bringing more premium entertainment options to Malaysian homes

Astro launches Max on the Ultra and Ulti Box, bringing more premium entertainment options to Malaysian homes

Astro, Malaysias leading content and entertainment provider, today announced that Max, the premier streaming service from Warner Bros.
Thu Mar 13 2025
Duterte takes responsibility for Philippines drug war, anticipates long ICC battle

Duterte takes responsibility for Philippines drug war, anticipates long ICC battle

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said he takes full responsibility for his administration's "war on drugs"
Thu Mar 13 2025
Canada announces plan to ease Syria sanctions

Canada announces plan to ease Syria sanctions

The Canadian government on Wednesday announced plans to ease sanctions on Syria during what it called a period of transition.
Thu Mar 13 2025
Zii Jia pulls out of Swiss Open due to injury

Zii Jia pulls out of Swiss Open due to injury

Malaysia's men's singles shuttler Lee Zii Jia has withdrawn from next week's Swiss Open due to a recurring right ankle injury.
Thu Mar 13 2025
MCMC probes man for uploading fake content on social media

MCMC probes man for uploading fake content on social media

A 47-year-old Malaysian man is being investigated for allegedly uploading fake content that touches on the 3R (religion, race and royalty) on social media.
Thu Mar 13 2025
KPDN calls on public to help report bottled cooking oil shortage

KPDN calls on public to help report bottled cooking oil shortage

The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) has urged the public to be the eyes and ears of the ministry and report shortages of bottled cooking oil in their areas.
Thu Mar 13 2025
ICJ to hold public hearings on Israel's obligations in occupied Palestinian territory

ICJ to hold public hearings on Israel's obligations in occupied Palestinian territory

The International Court of Justice will hold hearings next month on Israel's obligations towards Palestinians, Anadolu Ajansi (AA) reported.
Thu Mar 13 2025
Anwar: Sapura Energy's rescue plan excludes former shareholders

Anwar: Sapura Energy's rescue plan excludes former shareholders

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Sapura Energy Bhd's (SEB) former major shareholders are no longer involved in the company's management as part of its restructuring efforts.
Thu Mar 13 2025
Intel names Lip-Bu Tan as new CEO

Intel names Lip-Bu Tan as new CEO

Intel Corporation (INTC.O) has appointed semiconductor Malaysian-born industry veteran and former board member Lip-Bu Tan as its new CEO.
Thu Mar 13 2025