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The Health Ministry (MOH) has ramped up its vigilance in anticipation of Disease X, assured Health director-general Datuk Dr Muhammad Radzi Abu Hassan. The unknown pathogen, tagged by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a potential epidemic-causing agent, has Asia, particularly Malaysia, on its toes.

Ageing is an inevitable part of life, yet it remains a complex and often mysterious process. One crucial factor in the ageing process lies within our cells – specifically, the protective structures called telomeres.  In this article, we will explore the role of telomeres in ageing and disease, shedding light on the fascinating world of cellular ageing.

Any condition affecting the normal functioning of a heart can be termed as a heart disease. Heart disease is considered…

Alcoholic beverages like beers, wines and spirits contain ethanol, a strong psychoactive agent which can acutely affect our perception, mood,…

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a type of sexual dysfunction that leads to a failure to begin and maintain a penile…

All adults experience knee pain at some point or the other. Sometimes, it could be a mild pain caused by…

A study found that about one third of the adults in Hong Kong disclosed post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms in the…

The sensation of feeling lightheaded, faint, unbalanced, or unsteady, is referred to as dizziness. Feeling dizzy or experiencing a dizzy…

In our previous article, we look at the basics of celiac disease, including how to manage it.  Lifestyle changes are…

You may not have heard of the term ‘celiac disease’. However, the term ‘gluten intolerance’ is one that most are…