Category: Top Story
Healthy Plate, Happy Body: Enjoying (Not Skimping) on Good Nutrition
Balancing flavor and health Are you striving for a healthier diet? If so, you’re likely steering clear of sugar, fats, and salt like the plague! Avoiding these three “notorious” ingredients is touted as essential for preventing diseases such as cardiovascular […]
Smart Tattoos : Making their Mark on the Future of Healthcare Wearables
Wearable technologies designed for health purposes offer mobility, portability, and convenience, allowing users to utilize them in the comfort and privacy of their own homes. However, a new trend is emerging, shifting the focus from traditional wearables to tattooed wearables, […]
Unmasking the Risks of Mercury-Laden Cosmetics
As the saying goes, beauty is in the eye of the beholder and thus subjective; but in some countries, the ideal of beauty begins with flawless, fair-toned skin. Unscrupulous beauty product sellers are taking advantage of this trend. Due to […]
Study Unlocks Key Findings on Asian Carriers of Breast Cancer
Malaysian researchers at Cancer Research Malaysia (CRMY) and the University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM) have published the largest study to shed light on cancer risk in Asian BRCA carriers. This study provides critical information that can assist in decisions regarding […]
Warning Signs of Dengue that Demand Emergency Attention
By Dr Aaron Lai Kuo Huo, Emergency Physician, Sunway Medical Centre (SMC), Sunway City Dr. Aaron Lai Kuo Huo from SMC emphasizes the significance of early detection of infections to enable timely treatment and reduce the likelihood of additional complications. […]
Advocating for Timely Detection and Cancer Screening in Women’s Healthcare
By: Dr Thangesweran Ayakannu, Consultant Gynaecology Oncology and Robotic Surgeon, Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City SMC’s Dr Thangesweran Ayakannu delves into the importance of cancer screening among women, especially for cervical cancer and provides advice for Malaysian women to empower […]
Healthful Traditions and Modern Challenges in Asian Diets
The Chinese New Year celebration is made more exciting with an array of festive foods on the table that imbue bounty and good health. However, in many parts of the world, food insecurity has become prevalent, making the largesse of […]
When Exercise Becomes a Risk to the Heart
Heart in trouble with exercise overload Losing weight is commonly the agenda in everyone’s new year’s resolutions list. One of the most effective and practical ways of gaining one’s ideal weight and fit is adopting a healthier and more active […]
Singapore Advances Healthcare, Tackles Issues with Technology and AI
Asia’s healthcare hub focuses on medical technologies Singapore, Asia’s gateway for technology-driven healthcare, has ranked 12th in the 2021 World Index of Healthcare Innovation, providing evidence of its commitment to delivering effective universal healthcare coverage. The nation also surpasses its […]
Weathering the Storm: How Malaysians can Stay Safe during the Monsoon Season
By Dr Lim Eu Jack, Consultant Emergency Physician at Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City (SMC) and Dr Mohd Khalis Abdul Rahim, Consultant Emergency Medicine Specialist at Sunway Medical Centre (SMC) According to MET Malaysia1 the monsoon season will continue until […]
