Tired of Bland Postpartum Food, Mummies? Try These Asian Delights
byThe postpartum period was such a rollercoaster in my journey as a mum. I was thrilled and excited but also in pain. I was…
family health
Child Health Uncovered: A Paediatrician’s Insights on Germs
byAs parents, keeping our children safe and healthy is always our top priority. But it can be challenging to navigate the world of germs…
Pharmacist Shares 10 Aspects of Children’s Health Every Parent Must Look Into
byMany parents who are heading into the new year may be looking to make their children’s health their top priority. We sat down with…
Skip the Fireworks! Here Are Alts to Them for the New Year’s
byNew Year is around the corner and people all across the country may be using the opportunity to stay up late and gather with…
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…
The Rise of Malaria in Malaysia: All You Need to Know
byThere has been a spike in the number of malaria cases in several parts of Malaysia this year. The Star reported the number of…
How to Handle the Haze with Kids
byThe Minister of Education, Fadhlina Sidek, urged that schools can’t conduct outdoor activities if the air pollution index (API) reading exceeds 100. As of…
Does Paying More for Hospitals Mean Better Service?
byWe all get sick. Eventually. Sometimes a trip to pharmacy for some painkillers is the only medical intervention we need. But other times, we…
Seamless Convenience with LG PuriCare™ Self Service Tankless Water Purifier l Objet Collection
byPure, safe, drinking water is so important for maintaining the health of you and your family. Unfortunately, Malaysian water can’t be drunk straight from…
How a Mother’s Diet Helps her Mental Health and Healing After Delivery
byGiving birth is a remarkable experience for any mother. While it brings immense joy, it also comes with its fair share of physical and…
Brisk Walking A Day, Keeps the Doctors Away: Enjoy the Benefits with Your Kids
byAs the world becomes more and more sedentary, it’s become even more important to prioritise physical activity. Especially for children. The easiest, safest and…
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…
Vaccines You Need to Get Before Your Overseas Trip
byThe World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that there are more than 200 different types of infectious diseases that affect people globally. Many of which…
Fun Family Activities to Do This World Health Day
byWorld Health Day is an important annual event that brings attention to global health issues and the importance of public health. As parents, it’s…
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…
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…
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…
Meet these Vegan Bros Who are Busting the Myth that Real Men Can’t Go Meat-Free
byWe don’t see many men embracing the plant-based lifestyle these days; it was largely been seen as a predominantly female-led movement. But in recent…
Cracking the Cold Case: Shocking Myths about the Common Cold that Will Surprise You
byColds are one of those annoying but harmless things you get a few times every year. Some sneezing and a runny nose, congestion, and…
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…
Big Brain Time! 5 Things to Know About Your Brain
byThe brain is the most complex biological structure in the known universe, and scientists are still discovering more and more amazing things about its…
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…
5 Truths Behind Alcohol-Based Sanitisers That May Shock You
byDo you want to know the secret to keeping your children safe from the very thing that’s supposed to protect them? Even as people…
5 Ways to Make Teeth Brushing Time Fun for Your Toddler
byBrushing two times a day for two minutes is vital to your child’s dental health. There is no myth to be busted here but…
Price Hikes? Not for Watson’s Many Health Supplements
byDo you and your family take health supplements? Why? Or why not? Health supplements are often encouraged today because it helps support and enhance…
Mould in the House & the Threat to Health
byHaving those unsightly, yucky blotches of black stuff growing on our walls or ceiling at home is not only an eyesore, but a big…
Does Consuming Ultra-Processed Food Increase Your Risk of Obesity, Diabetes or Cancer?
byAccording to the World Health Organisation, 70% of deaths worldwide today are due to Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD). These include cardiovascular diseases, cancer, respiratory diseases…
Top 5 Dos and Don’ts of Kids’ Oral Health
byAs parents, we often look forward to milestones. Events like their first flip, their first time you hear them say ‘Mama’ or ‘Papa’, their…
Getting Cholesterol Clarity with Dr Benjamin Leo
byDid you know that a research result published in 2019 by National Health & Morbidity Survey (NHMS) showed that four out of 10 people…
Boosting Our Family’s Immune System
byIt is important to still follow the SOPs while we enter into a new kind of normal in facing this endemic. We would want…
New Discovery Offers Hope for Dengue Virus Cure
byThe Dengue virus rightfully earns the title ‘breakbone fever’ through brutal symptoms patients suffer through. An average person experiences unimaginable pain to the bones and…
What Are Probiotics and Why Should I Introduce It to My Child?
byDo you know that a child’s gut microbiota (a complex community of microorganisms) undergoes the most rapid growth and development during the first 3…
The Superfood Showdown – Which Superfood is Best for You?
byIf you are concerned about what you eat, you’d be interested to know about the superfoods available in the market. For those of you…
New COVID-19 Pill Can Halve Hospitalisation Risk
byNew COVID-19 pill molnupiravir is a groundbreaking drug which may aid patients globally. Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin verifies Malaysia is in heavy consideration to…
PPV Closure Updates Available in MySejahtera
byWord has been circulating all-around social media the past few days pertaining to the closure of major vaccine distribution centres (PPV) and they definitely…
Parents Choose the New, Healthier, Creamier and Tastier Lactel Kids Yoghurt
byLactel Kids is a yoghurt snack for children that is tasty, healthy, and wholesome. Parents want a fun and healthy snack their children will…
5 Most Common Wound Care Myths You Shouldn’t Believe
byChildren are very active and spontaneous. No matter how hard you try as a parent to protect your children from getting hurt, somehow they…
Salixium, Malaysian COVID-19 Self-test Kit: Here’s All You Need to Know
byMalaysia’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…
AIRFREE Air Purifiers Can Help Destroy COVID-19 Virus
byAir purifiers that can kill coronavirus? Yes! Don’t worry, you didn’t misread. According to exclusive distributor F J Benjamin Holdings (FJB), AIRFREE® brand of air…