Malaysia's northern state of Perlis faced a tough time last week. Heavy rains turned the area into a giant water park, but not the fun kind. Roads became rivers, and homes turned into swimming pools. Over 7, 000 people had to leave their homes because of the floods. That's a lot of people needing a
Malaysia is taking a closer look at its health issues. This isn't just about counting sick people. It's about understanding why they're sick and what can be done to help. By studying diseases and risks, Malaysia aims to make smarter choices for its people's health. This study is like a health detec
Malaysia is looking at new ways to fight COVID-19. Researchers are checking out different vaccine plans. They want to see how these plans might affect people's health and the country's money. First, they looked at the latest vaccine info. Then, they used this info to predict outcomes. The goal was
Malaysia is getting older, and with age comes a bigger problem: diseases that won't spread from person to person. These are called noncommunicable diseases, or NCDs. One big reason for these diseases is being overweight. But how do we know if someone is too heavy? Two common ways are looking at body
Malaysia is seeing more people with long-term health issues. These problems can be avoided or controlled by making better choices. This includes not smoking, drinking less alcohol, eating well, and staying active. Social media is now a big part of sharing health tips. Doctors and health workers are
Malaysia's healthcare system offers free malaria treatment to everyone. However, this does not mean that families do not face other expenses when dealing with the disease. A recent study looked into the financial impact on households during a period when four types of malaria were present in Sabah.
Malaysia is a country that faces frequent floods and monsoon storms. This is due to its geography and climate. It is also a multiethnic and multireligious society. This mix of cultures plays a big role in how the country handles disasters. Many disaster management plans focus on technical and struct
Malaysians adolescents at school aren't brushing their teeth well enough. This is a real problem. It means they are brushing less than twice a day. This habit can lead to big oral health problems later in life. This in turn causes people to have a lower quality of life and less self-esteem.
Malaysia Airlines is introducing its new Airbus A330neo jets with an impressive business class experience. The seats are arranged in a 1-2-1 layout, offering direct aisle access and privacy to all passengers. Designed by Collins Aerospace, these suites feature sliding doors, large 4K video screens,
Malaysia has recently adopted the International Statistical Classification of Diseases 11th Version, or ICD-11, which is a big deal for the way the country collects and uses health data. This new system gives a much clearer picture of how diseases affect people in Malaysia. ICD-11 is a global stand
