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Held under the theme “Reducing NCD Burden: A National Priority,” the inaugural Noncommunicable Diseases Malaysia (NCDM) Conference held at Taylor’s University convened leaders and experts from...
By Zakwan Khidzir When was the last time you thought about your lungs? For many Malaysians, the answer might be “not recently enough”. This reality inspired the “Live, Laugh...
Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) like heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and cancer are no longer just a health issue in Malaysia as they are a significant national and economic threat. To address…...
By Zakwan Khidzir The battle against cancer is intensifying in Malaysia, with alarming statistics painting a picture of a rising national health challenge. At the Oncology Nutrition Conference 2025...
Prepared by Amelia Lee Smoking cessation is a complex process that extends beyond willpower. In Malaysia, a journal has reported that 79.9% of adult smokers attempted to quit in the…...
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...
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…...
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…...
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…...
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...