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
Consider This: Healthcare — Caring About Cancer
As Breast Cancer Awareness Month puts the spotlight on early detection and prevention, it's also a reminder of the growing cancer burden in Malaysia and the broader challenges we face in cancer care. How far have we come, and what more needs to be done? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Murallitharan Munisamy, Managing Director of the National Cancer Society Malaysia. In 2022 he was one of three winners of the Global Best Cancer CEO award by the Union for International Cancer Control.
Wed Oct 23 2024
Study: Bacterial therapy could be effective in colorectal cancer prevention, treatment
Study reveals that probiotic derived from a traditional fermented food demonstrated potential for promoting apoptosis in colon tumor cells.
Fri Sep 13 2024
Rethinking drug policy: Punishment to public health
A science-based approach focusing on prevention, treatment, and harm reduction is key to tackling the global drug crisis.
Fri Jul 05 2024
PM launches NACS 2024-2028, outlines core strategies to combat corruption
The National Anti-Corruption Strategies focuses on the effectiveness of corruption prevention efforts.
Tue May 07 2024
[COLUMNIST] Ending Tuberculosis: Enhancing Prevention, Improving Diagnosis, and Incentivizing Treatment
With enhanced prevention, improved diagnosis and incentivised treatment, the target of ending tuberculosis is achievable.
Fri Mar 08 2024
Najib spent RM80,000 for cancer prevention supplements in 2013, Court told
Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak spent from the donation money he allegedly received from Saudi royalty for cancer prevention and supplements.
Thu Nov 09 2023
Govt assures national sovereignty not violated in WHO CA+, IHR 2005 amendment negotiations
The WHO CA aims to achieve greater equality and effectiveness for the prevention, preparedness, and response to epidemics.
Thu Nov 02 2023
Polls: MOH recommends existing COVID-19 prevention SOP be used
Dr Zaliha Mustafa said will discuss with relevant agencies if the SOP need to be improved or revised based on current COVID-19 situation.
Thu Jul 20 2023
The power of AI in wildfire prediction and prevention
A pilot of FireAId, including an interactive AI-powered map, is strengthening wildfire prediction and prevention in Trkiye and elsewhere.
Sat Jun 10 2023
S. Korea's new COVID-19 cases above 20,000 for second day
South Korea's new coronavirus cases stayed over 20,000 for a second day Wednesday.
Wed May 17 2023
[COLUMNIST] Nip in the bud of the dangerous world of drug trafficking through prevention
More pro-active implementation and enforcement strategy is needed to replace the current thinking.
Thu Feb 23 2023
[COLUMNIST] Securing our future: Recognising the risk and prevention in safeguarding children
It is reported that every year in Malaysia, 1,000 children become victims of abuse and neglect.
Tue Jan 17 2023
Urgent need to implement comprehensive fraud prevention measures - Wahid Omar
Businesses should implement comprehensive fraud prevention measures, especially in the face of increasingly sophisticated financial crime.
Mon Nov 14 2022
GE15: Don't forget about COVID-19 when campaigning - PM
Ismail Sabri reminded all candidates and party machinery to be careful and not be complacent with COVID-19 prevention measures during the GE15 campaigning period.
Fri Nov 11 2022
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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 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
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 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
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