Sugar Overload: How to Curb Your Child’s Sugar Cravings
bySugar is in everything these days. Drinks, food, condiments and even in certain medications like cough syrups. It’s a billion dollar industry encompassing everything…
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.
How to Help Your Kids with Motion Sickness
byEveryone gets motion sickness. Whether you’re riding in a car, taking a train, or, yes, even walking down the street. We all know the…
The Real Cost of a C-Section Today in KL and Selangor Hospitals
byIn Malaysia, the cost of a Caesarean section (C-section) varies widely between public and private hospitals. While government hospitals offer significantly subsidised rates for…
Damansara Specialist Hospital 2 Launches ‘Less Scars, Less Pain’ Campaign
byDamansara Specialist Hospital 2 (DSH2) today launched its Less Scars, Less Pain campaign to educate the public on how its primary focus on safe,…
Columbia Asia Hospital – Cheras and Fujifilm Unite to Champion Breast Screening Awareness Among B40s
byColumbia Asia Hospital – Cheras (CAH-C) in partnership with FUJIFILM Malaysia Sdn Bhd, hosted the PinKTober Charity Event at the hospital recently to celebrate…
Klang Valley Hospitals Offering Deals on Breast Cancer Screenings this Pinktober
byThis October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month or Pinktober, an important time for remembrance and vigilance. This time serves as a crucial reminder for…
Breast Cancer Screenings: The Power of Early Detection
byWhen it comes to cancer, early detection can mean all the difference between life and death. Breast cancer, being the most common among women,…
A Rising Threat in Young Women and the Implications of Early-Onset Breast Cancer
byBreast cancer remains one of the most formidable health challenges confronting women globally. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it is the second…
Genetics and Breast Cancer: What You Need to Know About Hereditary Risk
byGenetics play an important role in cancer. Around 5 to 10% of breast cancer cases are linked to inherited genetic mutations. While lifestyle choices,…
‘Tourist Traps’: Travel Scams to Watch Out For
byWe get it. It’s the holidays, the wind is blowing through your hair, the sun is shining above. You’re having the best time of…
The Truth About Epidurals: What No One Tells You
byMummies, are you expecting and considering an epidural for pain relief during labour? If so, you’re in good company! Many mothers-to-be choose this option…
Don’t Ignore This: The Dark Side of Apple Cider Vinegar Exposed
byApple cider vinegar (ACV) is said to help people lose weight and help with acid reflux, among many other things. But is there really…
6 Time-Saving Hair Tips for Busy Mums
byGetting ready in the morning can be a tedious endeavour for many women; there are simply too many things to do and too little…
What You Should Know About Children’s Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
byWheezing, hard to breathe, chronic cough, chest tightness, if your child is showing these symptoms, it could be Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). But…
It’s RSV Season: Here’s What You Need to Know
byIt’s the time of year again where it’s raining most evenings and causing people to be sick due to the weather. One of the…
Protect Our Children From Vape: The Dangers of It
byBack in March this year, a boy nearly lost his life due to vaping. Dr Aishah Abas shared the story on her TikTok recently…
Doctor Explains Why You Must Never Flush with the Toilet Cover Open
byMums, are you guilty of leaving the toilet cover up when you flush? Perhaps you were in a hurry. Or maybe it was just…
Protect Your Family from Influenza This Flu Season
byAs we enter the month of October in Malaysia, we also usher in the flu season, a time when the influenza virus is most…
Disease X, Hypothetical Next Pandemic: All You Need to Know
byMost of us are already accustomed with COVID-19. We may have spent most of our time with our family during lockdown, but businesses and…
Why You Shouldn’t Give Marshmallows to Young Kids
byMarshmallows, the sugary goodness that many kids go crazy for. Perhaps not many may expect soft-and-sweet marshmallows to be dangerous but here we are….
Baby First Aid Experts Advise Parents to Hide Bath Plugs
byRecently, ex-paramedic, Nikki Jurcutz, shared on Instagram the story of Archie. Archie is a two-year-old boy that could have drowned because of a bath…
Study Says Blue Light May Cause Early Puberty
byYou’ve probably heard that blue light isn’t good for people, but did you know that it’s linked to early puberty? A study shows that…
Breast Cancer Warning Signs That All Women Should Be Aware Of
byBreast cancer is one of the most prevalent malignancies in Malaysia, followed by colorectal cancer, lung cancer, nasopharyngeal cancer, and liver cancer. According to…
11 Caffeine Addiction Warning Signs and How to Recover
byDo you wake up every morning feeling the urge to drink coffee before doing anything else? Or do you just feel terribly miserable when…
‘Lala Bop’: How to Keep Your Kids Safe from This Damaging Trend
byThere has been a lot of trends being made around the Internet. There was the weird and disturbing animation of Skibidi Toilet and the…
Understanding the Signs and Symptoms of PCOS in Adolescents
byPCOS, also known as a polycystic ovarian syndrome, affects one in ten women. It is a common condition that affects the ovary of women…
BMO Ad: An Online Threat Parents Should Worry About
byYouTube is the app most parents use to keep kids entertained. However, it has its risks, ranging from inappropriate content to online threat. Back…
Reusable Water Balloons: The Hidden Danger of a Famous Toy
byYou must’ve seen the reusable water balloons being promoted on the Internet before this. It was all the rage during the scorching heat a…
New Cases of Abuse: What to Look Out for and How to Prevent it
byEvery year, over 1000 cases of child abuse is reported. From a 2019 statistic for child abuse, it shows that most child abuse perpetrators…
Everything Parents Need to Know About Whooping Cough (Pertussis)
byPertussis, or most commonly known as whooping cough is a widespread infection of the respiratory disease. This infection mainly affects babies younger than six…
Roblox: Is It Actually Safe for Your Kids?
byWhat Is Roblox Roblox is a global platform that allows users to play a variety of games, create them and chat with people online….
‘Skibidi Toilet’ Syndrome: How to Protect Your Kids
by‘Skibidi Toilet’ is today’s kids’ newest obsession. First starting in YouTube, this video series is now on other social media platforms and gaining mass…
CoCo Lee Dies at 48 After Long Depression Battle: How to Get Help During Your Darkest Moments
byHong Kong pop star and actress, CoCo Lee, has taken her life at the age of 48. She was found in her home unconscious…
How Parents Can Help Their Overweight Children
byWith photos of chubby children circulating all over the Internet, parents and non-parents alike are mesmerised by the overabundance of cuteness. Their rolled-up skin…
Pregnancy Spotting: Should You Worry?
bySpotting is the term used to describe a light vaginal bleeding, which often shows up as spots on your sanitary napkin or underwear. In…
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…
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…