Malaysia recorded 49,992 Hepatitis B cases over past decade, says MOH
Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver, usually caused by a viral infection, specifically the Hepatitis A, B, C, D, or E viruses.
Mon Jul 29 2024
New bird flu wave in France raises fears deadly virus here to stay
Thousands of seabirds have perished along France's western shores in past weeks because of the viral infection.
Thu Sep 08 2022
COVID-19 new cases down by 14.5 pct, Aug 14-20 week
Dr Noor Hisham said that during the same period, 55 deaths were recorded due to the viral infection.
Mon Aug 22 2022
Portugal identifies five monkeypox infections, Spain has 23 suspected cases
Monkeypox is a rare viral infection similar to human smallpox, though milder.
Thu May 19 2022
Threat posed by airborne COVID-19 virus at workplaces must be taken seriously - Experts
Local researchers have identified workplaces, especially in enclosed buildings, as having a high risk of being a hive of viral infections.
Thu Sep 09 2021
CIDB allocates RM7 mln to speed up COVID-19 screening for foreign workers
COVID-19 screening is crucial for foreign workers to reduce the risk of viral infection at construction sites.
Mon Mar 01 2021
MCO 2.0, here are five MOH strategy plans
Senior Minister (Defence Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said the five plans cover efforts to control and break the chain of viral infections.
Tue Feb 02 2021
COVID-19: KL-Labuan MAS flight passengers on Oct 11 told to get tested
Labuan Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) has issued a schedule for the tests at Membedai Health Clinic beginning today.
Thu Oct 15 2020
COVID-19: Indonesia records 2,447 new positive cases
COVID-19 positive cases in Indonesia continue to rise, reaching 157,859 while 76,667 patients are still being monitored for the viral infection.
Tue Aug 25 2020
New innovations help protect frontliners against COVID-19
A doctor in Kuantan has produced a 'I3S Cubicle' that is capable of protecting healthcare personnel from viral infection while screening patients.
Sun Apr 05 2020
Zika virus: M'sia to tighten health screening at border following new cases in s'pore
Health Deputy Minister Datuk Seri Dr Hilmi Yahaya said so far, there were no reports of the mosquito-borne viral infection involving Malaysians.
Sat Jun 10 2017
Detainee dies of infection in lock-up
A man who was remanded by the police last week on a drug-related offence was found dead at the Jinjang police station lock-up, today.
Wed Apr 16 2014
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