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Malaysia health ministry says not to doubt halal vaccines

Are MOH hospitals fire hazards?

Make sure your children are vaccinated, Health Ministry tells parents

THE Health Ministry has advised parents to ensure their children are given tuberculosis (TB) vaccines to prevent the disease. Deputy Health director-general (public health) Dr Azman Abu Bakar said…

Short circuit suspected in blaze at HKL forensic unit

KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 — A wiring fault is believed to have caused the fire at the National Institute of Forensic Medicine (IPFN)...

HKL chief says fire at forensics unit put out, business as usual (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 — A section of the National Institute of Forensic Medicine (IPFN) at Hospital Kuala Lumpur caught fire around...

[VIDEO] Unit Forensik HKL terbakar

KUALA LUMPUR 17 Mac- Institut Perubatan Forensik Negara (IPFN) Hospital Kuala Lumpur (HKL) di sini terbakar sebentar tadi.

Doc tells of rampant disease in Asli areas

Telemedicine is the answer, says a physician who was at a medical camp for villagers in Cameron Highlands.

Cancer: Misplaced fear and trust . Many patients present too late for proper treatment as a result

KOTA BARU: MORE than half of cancer patients in Kelantan trust alternative treatments, such as homeopathy, taking herbal drinks and seeking help from bomoh.

Diphtheria is preventable by immunisation. This is tragic.

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Health minister: Malaysians consuming too much salt

PUTRAJAYA, March 14 — Malaysians, on the average, consume 7.15 gm of salt daily, higher than the five gm recommended by the World...

Going under the knife

Those planning to undergo cosmetic procedures must be aware of the risks, writes Nadia Badarudin

Traditional and complementary medicine blueprint 2018-2027 launched

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Health (MOH) today launched the Traditional and Complementary Medicine (T&CM) Blueprint 2018-2027 (Health Care) as a guide

Sandakan hospital parking needs 'resuscitation'

The lack of parking space at Duchess of Kent Hospital in Sandakan, Sabah, is upsetting the public.

Woman develops glucose intolerance after taking health product from Malaysia

A woman in her 40s was diagnosed with impaired glucose tolerance, or poor blood sugar control, after taking a health product that she obtained from a relative in Malaysia.

The ‘cost’ of seeking treatment

MIRI: Queues lasting hours and an even longer waiting period to see a doctor are proving to be the bane of the sick and the elderly seeking treatment at Miri Polyclinic. The near-daily scenario see…

Cardiovascular Disease Is The Leading Cause Of Death In Malaysia | Star2.com

Dyslipidaemia is a term that describes elevation of plasma cholesterol, triglycerides (TGs), or both, or a low high-density lipoprotein level that contributes to the development of atherosclerosis.

Hidden health risks in sugary breakfast cereals

PETALING JAYA, March 12 — Breakfast cereals have long been marketed as the best way to start your day, but such products may now be...

Dangers of buying fake cosmetics

COSMETIC products sold openly at night markets, kiosks in shopping malls and sundry shops are a cause for concern.

Doctors offering vitamin C injection services can be struck off

KUALA NERANG: The Health Ministry will not hesitate to take stern action against doctors offering Vitamin C injection services, including disciplinary action

NUMed provides great headstart for aspiring medical professionals

KUCHING: The Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia (NUMed) Foundation is providing aspiring medical doctors the Certificate in Biological and Biomedical Science, slated for easing their transition…

Dept denies contagious disease outbreak in Miri

MIRI: The state Health Department has denied there is an outbreak of a mysterious disease affecting children here as viralled in the social media. Its director Dr Jamilah Hashim said the posting i…

UTAR hospital to be operational by 2021

KAMPAR: Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman’s (UTAR) new specialist training hospital is expected to be operational by the end of 2021, said Datuk Seri Ong Ka Chuan.