Plastic gobbling enzymes in worm spit may help ease pollution
Two substances in the saliva of wax worms readily break down a common type of plastic.
Mon Oct 10 2022
Experimental chewing gum reduces Omicron in saliva; sexual dysfunction, hair loss among long COVID symptoms
An experimental chewing gum that "traps" SARS-CoV-2 particles in saliva holds promise for curbing transmission of new variants of the virus.
Wed Jul 27 2022
Only COVID-19 saliva tests allowed at schools
MOE said the use of nasal swab tests is not allowed and not in accordance with the ministry's instructions through a letter dated Nov 28.
Wed Dec 08 2021
Pupils familiar with COVID-19 screening test - Radzi
The Education Ministry (MOE) has found that a majority of primary school pupils are familiar with the COVID-19 screening test using a saliva test kit, said Datuk Dr Radzi Jidin.
Wed Dec 01 2021
Additional SOPs in Parliament to curb infection, ensure safe sitting - Azhar
Azhar said the management of Parliament Malaysia has also improved ventilation for better air quality.
Tue Sep 14 2021
COVID-19: Buy only MDA approved self-test kits, MMA tells public
The Malaysia Medical Association (MMA) urged the public only to purchase COVID-19 saliva self-test kits that are approved by the Medical Device Authority (MDA), and buy from authorised sellers.
Tue Aug 24 2021
11 positive COVID-19 cases detected in Parliament yesterday
10 positive cases were detected using the RTK Ag saliva test kit and one was detected through the RT-PCR test.
Fri Jul 30 2021
COVID-19: Sensitivity levels of two saliva self-test kits above 90 pct - Health DG
The studies conducted by IMR had been completed and that the details on the guidelines for the use of the self-test kits were expected to be ready next week.
Wed Jul 07 2021
Saliva-based COVID-19 self-test kit to be introduced soon - Health DG
The public will soon be able to do a COVID-19 self-test with a kit using the deep throat saliva sampling method. He said the Ministry of Hea
Sat May 08 2021
COVID: Seven hospitals to evaluate 'deep throat saliva' method effectiveness
Currently, the MOH was still using the nasopharyngeal (nose) and oropharyngeal (throat) swab methods to detect COVID-19 cases.
Fri Mar 05 2021
MYEG to unveil at-home saliva-based COVID-19 testing on March 1
Digital servicers provider MY E.G. Services Bhd (MYEG) will be introducing an at-home, deep throat saliva-based COVID-19 testing in Malaysia starting March 1.
Thu Feb 25 2021
Use of saliva samples for COVID-19 test at govt hospitals soon - Dr Adham
Dr Adham said the sampling method using saliva is self-collected and this is expected to save on the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Thu Feb 18 2021
Malaysia in midst of developing COVID-19 virus detection technology - MOSTI
One of them is in developing COVID-19 testing using DNA and fibre-optic sensor to detect the virus from saliva samples.
Wed Feb 03 2021
What you need to know about rabies outbreak in Sarawak
The Health Ministry confirmed another death due to rabies from Sibu, Sarawak, making it the second reported case in the state this year.
Mon Jun 29 2020
Zika detected in urine, saliva: top Brazilian researchers
Brazil's top research institute said Friday that Zika has been detected in urine and saliva, but added that there is no proof the virus can be transmitted through those fluids.
Sat Feb 06 2016
One woman or girl killed every 10 minutes by intimate partner or family member - UN
The report highlights that "60 per cent of all female homicides" are committed by "people closely related to them".
Tue Nov 26 2024
Sweden urges Chinese ship to return for undersea cable investigation
Two subsea cables, one linking Finland and Germany and the other connecting Sweden to Lithuania, were damaged in less than 24 hours.
Tue Nov 26 2024
[COLUMNIST] Building more highways won’t solve traffic congestion - reducing demand will
It is clear that adding more lanes and highways doesn't work, because we are still attempting the same approach to solve the issue.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Hyundai to invest RM2.16 bil in Malaysia through strategic partnership with INOKOM
This investment includes efforts to upgrade INOKOM's existing assembly capacity to meet Hyundai's automotive needs.
Tue Nov 26 2024
‘C4Cinta’ sets record as highest-grossing Malaysian Tamil film
'C4Cinta', directed by young filmmaker Karthik Shamalan, has set a new benchmark in Malaysian Tamil cinema.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Man charged with mother's murder, storing body in freezer
The court denied bail and scheduled case mention on Feb 7 for the submission of forensic, autopsy, and chemist reports.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina
The classroom assessment approach offers a much more interesting learning ecosystem, says Fadhlina Sidek.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request
It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers
Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024