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A family portrait of Sivasangaran Kumaran, 48, with his daughter Swathi Nisha Nair, who has Pompe disease — a rare genetic disorder that weakens the heart and muscles — during the convocation of his wife Prema Latha (second from left) and their eldest son, S.K. Harrish. - Photo by Bernama
A family portrait of Sivasangaran Kumaran, 48, with his daughter Swathi Nisha Nair, who has Pompe disease — a rare genetic disorder that weakens the heart and muscles — during the convocation of his wife Prema Latha (second from left) and their eldest son, S.K. Harrish. - Photo by Bernama
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New policy on rare diseases brings hope to patients, carers
KUALA LUMPUR - Nine years ago, Sivasangaran Kumaran and his wife Prema Latha were overjoyed to...
Photo: Malaysian Rare Disorders Society website
Photo: Malaysian Rare Disorders Society website
HEALTH
Expand insurance, establish rare disease centres, say experts
KUALA LUMPUR - In recent years, the number of rare diseases recorded in Malaysia has been steadily...
Photo for illustration purpose only. - 123RF photo.
Photo for illustration purpose only. - 123RF photo.
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Roberts syndrome: A rare genetic disorder
KUALA LUMPUR - A recent viral story on social media tells of a fair-skinned baby with long eyelashes...
Photo for illustration purposes only.
Photo for illustration purposes only.
HEALTH
Experts debunk myths about Prader–Willi Syndrome as families call for stronger long-term support
SHAH ALAM – A common myth about Prader–Willi Syndrome (PWS) is that those living with it are...
Mikhael takes part in his daily exercise.
Mikhael takes part in his daily exercise.
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Living with endless hunger: Couple shares their journey raising a child with PWS
SHAH ALAM – A married couple has chosen not to keep a stock of food or have a refrigerator at home...
Individuals living with PWS, Mike, Nagheendran and Ken, with their caregivers Azman, Maheswarie and Lantz, together with the participants of PWS Human Library, after the engaging session.
Individuals living with PWS, Mike, Nagheendran and Ken, with their caregivers Azman, Maheswarie and Lantz, together with the participants of PWS Human Library, after the engaging session.
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When hunger doesn’t stop: Raising awareness on Prader-Willi syndrome in Malaysia
In most homes, a child asking for second helpings at dinner is met with encouragement or teasing....
HED patients in Malaysia face even greater challenges due to a lack of medical specialists to manage this incurable condition. This has led to delayed diagnoses, which in turn increases life-threatening risks. - 123RF file photo
HED patients in Malaysia face even greater challenges due to a lack of medical specialists to manage this incurable condition. This has led to delayed diagnoses, which in turn increases life-threatening risks. - 123RF file photo
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Living with HED: Malaysian man battles relentless heat and stigma daily
KUALA LUMPUR - Born with the rare genetic condition Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia (HED), Mohamad...
(from left) Azman Ahmad Bakri, 49, Farahiah Mohd Ariffin, 37, and Prader-Willi Syndrome Association of Malaysia (PWSAM) President Azhar Talib, (front) Mikhael Azman, 13, who suffers from Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS). Photo by Bernama
(from left) Azman Ahmad Bakri, 49, Farahiah Mohd Ariffin, 37, and Prader-Willi Syndrome Association of Malaysia (PWSAM) President Azhar Talib, (front) Mikhael Azman, 13, who suffers from Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS). Photo by Bernama
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Family shares challenges of raising child with Prader-Willi-Syndrome to raise awareness
KUALA LUMPUR - No parents are ever truly prepared to accept that their child has an incurable...
Cancer survivor Bazli Kezi. Photo by Bernama
Cancer survivor Bazli Kezi. Photo by Bernama
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Li-Fraumeni syndrome: The rare genetic disorder that increases cancer risk
ON one of his visits to the hospital, cancer survivor Bazli Kezi reveals he has not gone for his...
Photo for illustration purpose only - 123RF
Photo for illustration purpose only - 123RF
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Avoid birth defects by managing pregnancy risks effectively - Expert
KUALA LUMPUR - Pregnancy is undoubtedly an exciting journey and often regarded as the most cherished...
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A person wearing a mask impersonating Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu protest near the White House against the visit to the US of Netanyahu in Washington, DC, on Feb 11, 2026. - (Photo by BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI / AFP)
A person wearing a mask impersonating Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu protest near the White House against the visit to the US of Netanyahu in Washington, DC, on Feb 11, 2026. - (Photo by BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI / AFP)
Netanyahu confirms treatment for malignant prostate tumour
Police raided a frozen food distribution outlet in Skudai, Johor, today for allegedly storing pork carcasses without valid slaughter approval.
Police raided a frozen food distribution outlet in Skudai, Johor, today for allegedly storing pork carcasses without valid slaughter approval.
Police seize 1,058kg of pork carcasses without slaughter permit in Skudai
Actress and mother Betty Banafe during Pop Family's podcast titled "Bila Parents Berpisah Apa Anak Rasa?"
Actress and mother Betty Banafe during Pop Family's podcast titled "Bila Parents Berpisah Apa Anak Rasa?"
Betty Banafe calls for stronger action against false reports to Talian Kasih
Photo courtesy of the Perak Fire and Rescue Department.
Photo courtesy of the Perak Fire and Rescue Department.
JKR to undertake immediate repair at fatal Cameron Highlands crash site
MACC has frozen certain bank accounts of Padini Holdings Bhd and its subsidiaries in connection with an ongoing investigation. - BERNAMA FILE PIX
MACC has frozen certain bank accounts of Padini Holdings Bhd and its subsidiaries in connection with an ongoing investigation. - BERNAMA FILE PIX
MACC freezes certain bank accounts of Padini, subsidiaries over ongoing probe
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MACC nabs three over RM230 million zakat fund misappropriation
MACC Selangor branch has detained three individuals, including the deputy chairman of a NGO, for allegedly misappropriating zakat funds amounting to about RM230 million.
MACC Selangor branch has detained three individuals, including the deputy chairman of a NGO, for allegedly misappropriating zakat funds amounting to about RM230 million.
Mud flood: “Taman Tun is already 50 years old — no more development, what we have is sufficient"
Longtime residents of Taman Tun Dr Ismail (TTDI) are calling for a halt to further development in the area, with its residents’ association chairman stressing that the township, now half a century old, should be preserved rather than expanded.
Longtime residents of Taman Tun Dr Ismail (TTDI) are calling for a halt to further development in the area, with its residents’ association chairman stressing that the township, now half a century old, should be preserved rather than expanded.
Four Undang, Tunku Besar Tampin to skip ceremony, call for Negeri Sembilan state assembly opening to be postponed
The four Undang (customary chiefs) of the luaks, together with the Tunku Besar of Tampin, will not attend the Royal Opening Ceremony of the First Sitting of the 15th Negeri Sembilan State Legislative Assembly (DUN), scheduled to be officiated by the Yang di-Pertuan Besar, Tuanku Muhriz Ibni Almarhum Tuanku Munawir, on Thursday. Bernama FILE PIX
The four Undang (customary chiefs) of the luaks, together with the Tunku Besar of Tampin, will not attend the Royal Opening Ceremony of the First Sitting of the 15th Negeri Sembilan State Legislative Assembly (DUN), scheduled to be officiated by the Yang di-Pertuan Besar, Tuanku Muhriz Ibni Almarhum Tuanku Munawir, on Thursday. Bernama FILE PIX
Why are flash floods still hard to control in Klang Valley?
Heavy rain on April 20 caused flash floods across the Klang Valley, worsening peak-hour traffic congestion. Photo: X
Heavy rain on April 20 caused flash floods across the Klang Valley, worsening peak-hour traffic congestion. Photo: X
Government to announce support measures for those out of work - PM Anwar
The government will soon announce additional measures to support those who were out of work due to the global supply crisis. Photo by Bernama
The government will soon announce additional measures to support those who were out of work due to the global supply crisis. Photo by Bernama
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