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Former Senior Political Secretary to the Prime Minister Datuk Seri Shamsul Iskandar Mohd Akin was charged in the Sessions Court here today with four counts of corruption amounting to RM176,829.03 in connection with mineral exploration licence approval in Sabah. Photo by Bernama

Raising awareness of diabetes prevention and control requires a multi-sectoral effort involving healthcare professionals, the food industry, media and the government. - 123RF photo

Consultant physician and cardiologist at Putra Medical Centre in Alor Setar, Kedah, Col (R) Dr Mohamad Anuar Mohamad, meanwhile said there is no restriction on participating in sports at night, but people should ideally undergo heart health screening beforehand. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily

A colonoscopy can detect cancer at an early stage, significantly improving the outcome, and while early screening is vital, prevention begins with dietary and lifestyle choices. - Bernama file photo

Studies found that familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) affects about one in 100 people, or 320,000 Malaysians, which is higher than the global averages. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily

Parents often dismiss early signs of unhealthy weight gain, assuming that their child will grow out of it. Photo illustrated via Canva

For those aged 35 and above, or with a family history of heart disease, Dr Say recommends a deeper cardiac screening. Photo for illustration purpose only.

Falls are often underestimated, with many individuals only seeking medical attention once symptoms have worsened. - Photo via Bernama

You wake up one day, decide you’ve had enough and never touch a cigarette again. But anyone who has lived with nicotine knows the story is different. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily via Canva

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