Beat the Heat: Ways to Stay Cool During This Hot Season
byMalaysia is the land of perpetual summer. And with rising temperatures and global warming, things are definitely heating up. Even if you spend a…
Preventive Procedures
Know the correct and right preventive procedures at the right time can help you stay well and some could even save your life. Know the precautionary steps, myths, procedures, methods and many more on how you can do to make sure your children stay safe. Perfect for mothers with so many worries and questions, preventive procedures help you go through it.
Health Hazards To Watch Out for When Travelling
byTravelling to new destinations is an exciting experience. But it’s important to be aware of potential health risks that come with travelling. Mosquitos and…
Single Parents: 5 Power Tips to Crush Loneliness
byLoneliness is a common scenario, especially for single parents. Parenting is challenging enough with both parents being present but single parenting can be extra…
Thinking of Fasting in Ramadan While Pregnant, Mums? Here’s What You Need to Know
byThe blessed month of Ramadan has returned, and one of the most frequently asked questions among mothers is, “Should you be fasting if you’re…
Mums, Relieve Dry and Itchy Skin For You and Your Little One with This Secret Ingredient
byYou’re having a terrific day outside; the weather’s nice, you’re enjoying some fresh air and nothing could possibly ruin your mood. But then out…
Busting Dental Health Myths: The Truth About Your Teeth
byMany of us may often neglect our oral health; brushing once in the morning and once at night is usually the bare minimum. Now,…
6 Hygiene Practices You Should Teach Your Kids Once They’re Back in School
byThe years-long pandemic we experienced just a few months ago may have ended. But that doesn’t mean we should let our kids run around…
Battling Childhood Kidney Cancer: Insights from a Top Specialist
byKidney cancer is a rare disorder that affects children (as well as adults). It attacks the body’s main filtration system, resulting in various health…
Deadly Fun: Dangerous Toys That Can Harm Your Kids
byToys are an important and often inseparable part of childhood. The give comfort and provide sensory stimulation. If they’re educational in nature, the toy…
Blue Light Glasses: Does Your Child Really Need Them?
byWe all spend a majority of our adult lives in front of a screen. Whether that’s a smartphone, a television or of course, a…
How to Keep Your Unborn Baby Safe at Work
byFor many women, being pregnant doesn’t mean a break from the workforce. If anything, it’s all business as usual at the office. This is…
Mozzie Menace: An Updated Guide on Dealing with Pesky Mosquitoes
byMosquitoes are always seen as an annoying pest, or at the very least, a mild inconvenience. But as we know, these tiny critters are…
International Epilepsy Day: It’s High-Time to End the Stigma
byThere is so much stigma surrounding the medical condition known as epilepsy, which affects 7.8 out of 1000 people in Malaysia. This figure may…
Childhood Dengue Danger: Paediatrician Prof. Datuk Dr Zulkifli Shares Insight
byDengue is an old enemy that often strikes when our guard is down. Keeping us on our toes and claiming countless lives. As long…
Everything Parents Need to Know in the Year of the Water Rabbit
byAnother year had passed and the cycle begins anew. This January 22nd marks a new beginning in the Chinese Calendar, bringing us new challenges…
Who Says Pregnant Mummies Can’t Have Yee Sang? Here Are Some Pregnancy-Safe Alternatives
byChinese New Year is not complete without the iconic Yee Sang or Yu Sheng (Prosperity Toss). Each ingredient has its own symbolism and meaning…
Is There Finally a Cure for HIV? Here’s What Science Tells Us
byOut of the many known viruses in the world responsible for a variety of incurable and chronic diseases, HIV definitely takes the top 5…
Believe Facts Not Fiction: Common HIV Myths Debunked
byHIV. It is probably the most taboo of all diseases, especially here in Malaysia where it may be often unfairly associated with the LGBTQ…
The Shocking Truth About Pregnancy and Antidepressants You Must Know
byAs Malaysia is slowly starting to be more accepting of mental healthcare and the importance of medication, particularly antidepressants, more and more people have…
Infant 101: What Is the Apgar Score?
byWhile not a medical practice that is commonly known among laymen, the Apgar score is one of the only approved methods of calculating newborn…
Children and Suicide: What Parents Should Know and How to Help a Struggling Child
byOver 872 young people between the ages of 15 to 18 years old committed suicide from January of 2019 to May of 2021 in…
What to Do If Your Child Below 5 Years Contracts COVID-19
byFirst, it was a fever and watery stool—not a good sign. Then, comes the fussing and crying because of uneasiness. You start to get…
Aurelius Healthcare Aims to Educate 10,000 Malaysians on How to Perform Breast Self-Examination
byAurelius Healthcare, the healthcare group behind Aurelius Hospital Nilai and Aurelius Hospital Alor Setar (scheduled to operate in Q4 2023), is launching the #HuntThatLump…
Ladies, Keep Alert on These Subtle Signs of Breast Cancer to Watch Out for
byNo one wants to have the “cancer talk”. It’s tragic, depressing and hopeless. But it’s a talk that we must have regardless. When it…
Mums, Could You Be Depressed? Here are the Warning Signs
byThe ongoing misconception about depression is that it’s just feeling “a little sad”. But for those who actual struggle with this disorder, dealing with…
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…
Should Kids Be Allowed to Drink Coffee?
byCoffee is one of the most popular drinks on the planet; outranking soda, juice and tea in many parts of the world. It is…
Healing Cancer with Food: Is it Possible? Here’s the Truth.
byCancer. 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…
Cervical Cancer: Gynaecologist Shares Insights on This Silent Killer
byFor those unfamiliar with the disease, cervical cancer is one of the five most common gynaecological cancers that affect women. There needs to be…
Common Culprits that May be Triggering Your Baby’s Sensitive Skin
byBabies 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…
Here’s Why Your Baby Gets Diaper Rashes
byDiaper rash is one of the most common skin conditions experienced by babies and newborns. It presents itself as inflamed spots or welts on…
Is Diaper Rash Normal? Dispelling the Myths about Diaper Rash
byImagine 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…
Is Your Sanitiser Really Working? Think Again!
byOftentimes, we may not think too hard about how hand sanitisers work. We may just squirt some on our hands, rub them together and…
Dos and Don’ts for Your Little Swimmer
bySwimming is a fun activity, for both adults and children. Most of your childhood memories probably involved water. Whether that’s an inflatable pool, the…
How to Talk to Your Kids About Drugs
byWe 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…
Perfect Posture: How to Stop Your Kids from Slouching
byMaintaining a good posture is the key to lifelong confidence and positive body image. It also ensures that you don’t suffer from debilitating medical…
How to Support a Child with Epilepsy
byEpilepsy is a neurological condition that presents itself as seizures, and it can either be inherited or developed later in life. The onset of…
Get Ready To Walk-In for Your COVID-19 Booster Shots
byThe 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…
Sleep Paralysis: A Nightmare That Occurs When You Are Wide Awake But Sound Asleep
byI first heard of the term ‘Sleep Paralysis’ when my daughter told me she has been experiencing them since young. “I think I was…
Experts Stress the Importance of Children Second Dose COVID-19 Vaccination
byExperts today are saying teenagers receiving the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine must get the second jab. This is because a single dose is…
New Versions of COVID-19 Vaccines in WHO’s Top Consideration
byThe chief scientist to the World Health Organization said on Tuesday she looked forward to the “second generation” of COVID-19 vaccines. The vaccines included…
COVID-19: Think Twice if You’re Considering Ivermectin
byPreviously, proponents of Ivermectin were hopeful the drug may be considered in current COVID-19 treatments. However, come Wednesday (Oct 3), The Ministry of Health…
8 Tips for a Safe Deepavali During COVID-19
byThe Hindu Festival of Lights is fast approaching. And with more restrictions loosening by the day, it seems celebrations are on the way. Good…
Doctor Shares Why Expectant Mums Should Get the COVID-19 Vaccine
byThe transition for expecting women into motherhood endured drastic turns when the pandemic first swept across the globe. Questions pertaining to the risks of…
A Lumpectomy & Lymph Node Removal: Breast Cancer Survivor Teo Shu Ru Tells Her Story
byLymph node removal is not often spoken about when a mastectomy or lumpectomy is performed on breast cancer patients. When breast cancer is detected,…
AskMeDoctor! Season 3 Episode 3: How to Avoid Neck Pain & Back Pain in Children with Online Learning
byDuring the pandemic, online classes are an everyday norm among children and it requires them to sit still for a long duration of time….
Differentiating Clogged Milk Ducts from Breast Cancer Lumps
byClogged milk ducts are a common occurrence in breastfeeding women. Essentially, finding a lump in your breasts isn’t necessarily always a cause of concern….
AskMeDoctor! Season 3 Episode 2: Expert Debunks Common Skin Myths That May Surprise Malaysian Mums
byHave you ever heard people say that by consuming coconut water or milk during pregnancy, your baby will have a fairer skin? Or perhaps,…
7 Hidden Germs Thriving Spots at Home That You Never Knew Existed
byI need to be honest with you about my house: I clean it regularly, but I never really disinfect it until the outbreak of…