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Understanding readiness to change and the spirit of motivational interviewing

Prepared by Amelia Lee Before initiating any smoking cessation intervention, it is essential to assess an individual’s readiness to change. The Transtheoretical Model (TTM), also known as the Stages...

Reducing the cancer burden in Brunei Darussalam

By Mahilahn Ramanesh Why are most cancers in Brunei caught late? — A closer look at the challenges and solutions. “Did you know 1 in 5 deaths in Brunei is…...

Screen, eat, live: Winning against colorectal cancer

By Gan Yu Han Colorectal cancer (CRC), as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO), is a type of cancer that affects the colon (large intestine) or rectum. It is…...

The Rising Threat of Liver Cancer : Are you at Risk?

Liver cancer cases are on the rise, but how do you know if you are at risk? In this episode of Cancer Matters, Associate Editor Poovenraj Kanagaraj speaks with Dr…...

Precision public health: Promise or peril for health equity?

By  Janese Wong, Public Health Executive, NCSM Precision public health is gaining momentum in an era of big data and AI—promising tailored solutions for populations, not just individuals. But...

Prevention Matters: Beyond the scale: Tackling obesity

Obesity is a complex health issue that affects millions and contributes to a wide range of chronic diseases. In this podcast episode, we discuss the causes of obesity, its impact…...

Regional initiative launches in Malaysia to transform cervical cancer care

A major regional initiative aimed at improving cervical cancer care and patient recovery has officially launched in Malaysia. Known as Project ACTIVE 2.0, the three-year program brings together...

Over 10,500 women test positive for HPV in Malaysia as ministry urges greater screening

More than 10,500 Malaysian women have tested positive for human papillomavirus (HPV) over the past five years through nationwide cervical cancer screening programmes, according to the Ministry of...

Young women and lung cancer: An urgent call to rethink the narrative

Attributed to Dr. Narjust Florez, Co-Director, Young Lung Cancer Program, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. This article was featured on UICC. Lung cancer remains the most diagnosed cancer and the leading...

Early cancer detection breakthroughs face access gaps

Originally featured by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) Advancements in cancer research are opening up unprecedented possibilities for early disease detection, offering the promise of...