Category: MJN enews
Neurosurgery and Stroke: Effective Pathways and Surgical Interventions Explained
By Dr Puneet Nandrajog, Consultant Neurosurgeon, Bukit Tinggi Medical Centre (BTMC) Regular check-ups and awareness of risk factors are crucial for early intervention. A healthy lifestyle is the most effective way to reduce your risk of stroke. Every year, 15 […]
MetS in Men – causes, signs and strategies for a healthier life
Men’s health issues, such as prostate cancer and mental health concerns, include conditions like metabolic syndrome (MetS), which can greatly affect men’s quality of life and vitality. By 2040, Malaysia’s demographic will include an almost equal share of young (18.6%) […]
IHH Healthcare completes US$890 mn takeover of Island Hospital
IHH Healthcare, a leading integrated healthcare provider, has finalised its acquisition of Island Hospital, a 600-bed facility in Penang, Malaysia, for approximately MYR3.9 billion (US$890 million). This strategic move expands IHH’s footprint in Malaysia to 18 hospitals, strengthening its presence, […]
Damansara Specialist Hospital 2 unveils new campaign for minimally invasive surgery innovation
Damansara Specialist Hospital 2 (DSH2) has launched its “Less Scars, Less Pain” campaign to educate the public on the benefits of safe, precise, and minimally invasive surgical innovations that enhance well-being and recovery while minimising scarring and pain. Running from […]
Malaysia’s Columbia Hospitals and Solarvest Energy partner for sustainable healthcare
Columbia Asia, one of Malaysia’s largest private hospital chains and a part of Asia OneHealthcare (A1Health), has successfully completed the installation of solar panels across nine hospitals in the country. This initiative highlights Columbia Asia’s dedication to promoting sustainable healthcare […]
Reasons to Not Avoid and Delay Dental Checkups
By Prof Seow Liang Lin, Dean, School of Dentistry of IMU University. Dental phobia Everyone knows they should get their teeth checked at least once a year, but how many do? After all, if it doesn’t hurt, there’s really no […]
Orthopaedic Innovations for Sports Injuries
By Dr Mazzre Mahmod, Consultant Orthopaedic, Sports & Trauma Surgeon at Bukit Tinggi Medical Centre (BTMC) From diagnosis to rehabilitation for full recovery Sports injuries are an inevitable aspect of an athlete’s life, from minor sprains to more serious conditions […]
Understanding the Communication Struggles of Older Generations
By Dr Mugilarasi Arasarethinam, Hub Leader of the Active Ageing Impact Lab, Taylor’s University During my medical school days, I witnessed a bus conductor yelling at an older man who was sitting behind me, not at all perturbed by the […]
Alzheimer’s care: Early diagnosis and Slowing disease progression
Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder affecting millions globally and is becoming more common as populations age. In Malaysia, about 44,000 people are living with Alzheimer’s, and this number is expected to grow. As we mark World Alzheimer’s Day this […]
How Early Detection Can Help Prevent and Slow Dementia
By Dr Lim Su Yin, Consultant Neurologist and Senior Lecturer in Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Taylor’s University Dr Yau Weng Keong, Associate Professor of Geriatrics and Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, Faculty of […]
