Sleep is essential for optimum functioning of many physiological processes inside the human bodies. In reality, we spend approximately one-third of our lifetime asleep.1 However, there are also working adults suffering from inadequate sleep. A local survey reported that more…
For the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic, children were predominantly confined to their home and as a result, were less exposed to common bacteria and viruses. This will render younger children’s immune system to develop poorly. From March 2022 onwards,…
PRU 15 can be an uplifting but also heart-breaking experience, especially if you catch the flu. Did you know you could end up with a heart attack or stroke when you get the flu? Most of us associate influenza,…
Growing Up with Spina Bifida – A Living Experience In conjunction with Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Awareness Month, Spina Bifida Association of Malaysia (SIBIAM) presents a series of articles modified from our website (http://www.sibiam.my) and the Beyond the Cord quarterly…
In conjunction with Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Awareness Month, Spina Bifida Association of Malaysia (SIBIAM) presents a series of articles modified from our website (http://www.sibiam.my) and the Beyond the Cord quarterly newsletter – an initiative by the District Action Group…
Besides being a window to the soul, our eyes are also regarded as the window to our heart. These two vital organs, though may not seem to be linked, share many similar features particularly in the aspects of their blood…
Cardiovascular disease is an umbrella term which includes all types of diseases affecting the heart or blood vessels. It mainly consists of coronary heart disease (which may present acutely as a heart attack, stroke or heart failure). According to a…
Trend Pengambilan Suplemen Masyarakat Malaysia Pengambilan suplemen dalam kalangan masyarakat Malaysia agak tinggi. Antara suplemen yang lazim diambil penduduk Malaysia adalah vitamin C, multivitamin, multimineral dan madu ratu lebah. Menurut tinjauan Malaysian Adult Nutrition Survey pada tahun 2014, 1 daripada…
Patients with artificial joints: do they need antibiotic cover for dental treatment? This subject has been a topic for debate by both orthopaedic and dental professionals. Orthopaedic surgeons believe that it is recommended to prescribe prophylactic antibiotics while dental fraternity…
Marhaban ya Ramadan! Bulan Ramadan merupakan bulan yang dinanti-nantikan oleh umat Islam saban tahun. Ini adalah kerana di dalam bulan Ramadan, umat Islam berpeluang menunaikan ibadah puasa selama sebulan. Puasa memberi banyak kelebihan dari sudut kesihatan, selain mendidik nilai-nilai murni…