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5 Foods To Rejuvenate Your Body During the “New Normal”

Several food trends have emerged over the past few months on social media as we’re under lockdown due to pandemic. The situation during the lockdown presented individuals with time to try out many comfort food recipes. Here we bring you some of the healthy food options which can help rejuvenate your body during the “new … Continued

How Much Sleep Do We Really Need?

Scientific research makes clear that sleep is essential at any age. Sleep powers the mind, restores the body, and fortifies virtually every system in the body. But how much sleep do we really need in order to get these benefits? Health experts advise that adults (including older adults) need between 7 and 8 hours of … Continued

5 Ways towards Healthy Eating Habits

In this fast-paced modern life, many of us tend to consume foods that are easy to get and prepare such as fast and instant foods. It’s not only delicious, but most of it is inexpensive too. However, little do we know that healthy eating habits can be affordable too! Healthy eating habits don’t have to … Continued

Never too young for a heart screening

Heart disease has traditionally been more prevalent for those aged 50 and above. However, an increasing number of patients in their 30s have been registered, a trend that cardiologists say is likely due to unhealthy diets, sedentary lifestyles and smoking. As heart disease has been the no. 1 cause of death in Malaysia for the … Continued

4 Foods That Can Cause Cancer

With so many myths surrounding possible causes of cancer, it’s hard to determine what the true dangers are. The good news is that when it comes to food, there aren’t that many specific types linked to cancer. Foods generally are not as carcinogenic as smoking, radiation, or viruses. However, there are a handful of foods … Continued

Cardiac arrest and heart attack: What’s the difference?

While most would think that cardiac arrest and heart attacks are synonymous, they’re actually two completely different things. A cardiac arrest happens when the heart malfunctions and stops beating unexpectedly. During a cardiac arrest, the brain lacks oxygen as the heart stops pumping blood, causing unconsciousness and loss of breath. On the other hand, a … Continued

What’s Causing Your Speech Problems?

Talking is the ability to share our thoughts and needs with others which is something we tend to take for granted. But what if you suddenly can’t get the words out? Speech problems that seem to come out of nowhere may be temporary, or they could have a lasting impact. Find out the causes that … Continued

Why is smoking bad for you?

Smoking is one of the leading preventable causes of early disease and death in the world. Giving up smoking is difficult for many people, but the number of former smokers is increasing all the time. Every year, more than thousands of people die due to tobacco-related diseases. Tobacco contains poisonous substances that affect people’s health. … Continued

Government and Private Hospitals: How Much Do They Cost?

Between the government or private hospital, which one offers a cheaper option? Everyone already knows the answer since public healthcare in Malaysia is subsidised by the government. But, with the cheap price tag comes a long wait. This is something to be expected as many sick and injured patients depend on subsidised health facilities to … Continued

Cancer Risk Factors

Cancer risk factors include exposure to chemicals or other substances, as well as certain behaviours. They also include things people cannot control, like age and family history. It’s usually not possible to know exactly why one person develops cancer and another doesn’t. But research has shown that certain risk factors may increase a person’s chances … Continued