Breast Cancer Welfare Association: Giving Hope in Darkest Times
byBreast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting Malaysian women. 1 in 19 women in the country are at risk of developing…
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting Malaysian women. 1 in 19 women in the country are at risk of developing…
Coffee is one of the most popular drinks on the planet; outranking soda, juice and tea in many parts of the world. It is…
Cancer. A word that sends chills up the spine. Something you wouldn’t wish on your worst enemy. And yet, the numbers don’t lie. More…
For those unfamiliar with the disease, cervical cancer is one of the five most common gynaecological cancers that affect women. There needs to be…
Babies are naturally born with sensitive skin. They’ve been growing inside the safe and sterile environment of their mother’s womb for nine months before…
Diaper rash is one of the most common skin conditions experienced by babies and newborns. It presents itself as inflamed spots or welts on…
Imagine having a red-splotchy bottom that made you cry non-stop. Sounds like a nightmare, right? Unfortunately, most of our babies experience this. Every baby…
Oftentimes, we may not think too hard about how hand sanitisers work. We may just squirt some on our hands, rub them together and…
Swimming is a fun activity, for both adults and children. Most of your childhood memories probably involved water. Whether that’s an inflatable pool, the…
We all know drugs are bad, even though a lot of adults are guilty of using them. But that doesn’t mean our kids shouldn’t…
Maintaining a good posture is the key to lifelong confidence and positive body image. It also ensures that you don’t suffer from debilitating medical…
Epilepsy is a neurological condition that presents itself as seizures, and it can either be inherited or developed later in life. The onset of…
The Health Ministry today has made the decision to allow walk-ins as an option for COVID-19 booster shots. Just yesterday evening, Health Minister Khairy…
I first heard of the term ‘Sleep Paralysis’ when my daughter told me she has been experiencing them since young. “I think I was…
Experts today are saying teenagers receiving the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine must get the second jab. This is because a single dose is…
The chief scientist to the World Health Organization said on Tuesday she looked forward to the “second generation” of COVID-19 vaccines. The vaccines included…
Previously, proponents of Ivermectin were hopeful the drug may be considered in current COVID-19 treatments. However, come Wednesday (Oct 3), The Ministry of Health…
The Hindu Festival of Lights is fast approaching. And with more restrictions loosening by the day, it seems celebrations are on the way. Good…
The transition for expecting women into motherhood endured drastic turns when the pandemic first swept across the globe. Questions pertaining to the risks of…
Lymph node removal is not often spoken about when a mastectomy or lumpectomy is performed on breast cancer patients. When breast cancer is detected,…
During the pandemic, online classes are an everyday norm among children and it requires them to sit still for a long duration of time….
Clogged milk ducts are a common occurrence in breastfeeding women. Essentially, finding a lump in your breasts isn’t necessarily always a cause of concern….
Have you ever heard people say that by consuming coconut water or milk during pregnancy, your baby will have a fairer skin? Or perhaps,…
I need to be honest with you about my house: I clean it regularly, but I never really disinfect it until the outbreak of…
Malaysia’s first developed COVID-19 fast antigen testing kit has arrived! The Salixium COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test by in vitro diagnostics rapid test kits producer…
Do you know that Malaria claims the lives of around 660,000 people each year? Yes, that fact is true! Unfortunately, Malaria is an infectious…
If you’ve been scratching your head wondering where you stand in the chain of COVID-19 infections, this chart should clear things up. So, how…
What is the first thing that comes to mind when you see an obese toddler? Do you think they are adorable and cute? Or…
Life-giver and lifesaver – A day in the life of a stem cell protector. Superheroes come in all shapes, sizes, and professions. Motherhood had…
GERMS…we worry about them all the time! They are lurking everywhere and we can’t shake them off! Clean freak or not, we need to…
Happy gut, happy body, happy child! Have you ever heard about gut health for your growing child before? If you have not, read on…
When my husband and I were planning to start a family, we sat down one day and made three lists – current debts, must-haves, and…
Mina’s* eldest son, Adrian, was about a year old when he had his first febrile fit. He had been nursing a fever when the…
Does CryoCord ring a bell? Because we don’t want your alarm bells to ring as you’re being wheeled into the delivery room, you should…
Constipation happens – in both adults and children. While in a previous article, we looked at its reasons, this time around, we thought of delving…
Malaysia recently saw a resurgence of daily COVID-19 cases in a rapid manner, which were previously under control; prompting the reintroduction of CMCO in…
Foods rich in probiotics, and prebiotics keeps the microbiome, and the trillions of good bacteria within your digestive tract, healthy and happy. You Are…
As a mother, we always worry about our children’s health. Especially during those unpredictable weather where it is raining, and hot climates hit simultaneously,…
F.O.B.O., or the Fear of A Better Option, comes when we struggle to choose just one from a variety of perfectly acceptable options. Working…
Intermittent fasting (IF) is also referred to as “therapeutic fasting”, a method which you limit or no food intake during a certain period of…
During this COVID-19 pandemic, everyone is looking for ways to keep themselves and their loved ones healthy. For us mummies, we certainly want to…
Recently, there has been news about a group of friends who were found unconscious in their car after being suspected of being poisoned by…
“Hey, didn’t you hear about…?” Yes, we heard it. In fact, we have to listen it countless of times. But the thing is, is…
Vitamins are usually taken in a form of food such as vegetables, meat and fruits. However, as the world’s technology has evolved greatly, vitamins…
Our kids are not immune to COVID-19 even though the risk of them getting infected is lower. Masks for kids are important in order…
Do you still remember the day you held your newborn child for the first time? Many would suggest the feeling to be of pure…
Sundown All Around EEEEEEEEE! Slap! Twack! Twock! Ahh….! These are common sounds heard throughout Malaysian homes from sundown. In spite of our best endeavours…
In the year I turned sweet 16, I became a four-eyed teen. Fast forward to this day, my teen son started needing glasses at…
Every month, the United States of America recognises a specific health awareness theme, often observed by other countries as well. In July, we shed…