Penang Island and Sibu join the WHO Age-Friendly Cities and Communities Network
Two localities in Malaysia, Penang Island and Sibu, have recently been admitted to the WHO Age-Friendly Cities and Communities (AFCC)[…]
Malaysia’s Innovative approaches to reduce cataract-induced blindness and vision impairment
“Previously, the world felt dark when I was not able to see. I am so grateful and happy now –[…]
Empowering Positive Lifestyle Changes with Lifestyle Medicine: A Malaysian Initiative to Combat Type 2 Diabetes
“I’ve been living with type 2 diabetes for about four years. Every time I visit the clinic once every three[…]
WHO delivers essential equipment and training to support whole genome sequencing in East Malaysia
The handover ceremony for the PCR and WGS machines at the Public Health Laboratory of Kota Kinabalu.
Photo Credit: WHO/Izarra Azuddin
Seventh Singapore International Dengue Workshop
Dengue has become endemic in over 100 countries across the WHO Regions of Africa, the Americas, the Eastern Mediterranean, South-East[…]
Do you know how much salt is in your instant noodles?
Excessive salt intake can lead to high blood pressure and heart disease, which are the leading causes of death and[…]
Working together to ensure a future with Health For All
8 April 2023 Joint News Release Working together to ensure a future with Health For All Malaysia will continue to[…]
Protect breastfeeding for healthier children
Exclusive breastfeeding provides the best nutrition for babies in the first six months of their lives. Today, on the first[…]
Malaysia Preschool Education: Gov aid a must to increase quantity and quality
Malaysia has been making strides in expanding its preschool education system over the past decade, recognizing the pivotal role it[…]
Self-Care in the Digital Age: Prioritizing Your Mental Health Amidst Hi-Tech Demands
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the constant demands of the digital age? With work emails, social media notifications, and the[…]