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Malaysia’s female labour participation rate (FLPR) was 56.4 per cent as of May 2025, an increase from 56.2 per cent in 2023, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily

The ministry said an engagement session had been held with the Ministry of Finance (MoF), the Public Services Commission (SPA) and the Public Service Department (JPA) to ensure the appointment process proceeded as planned. - Bernama file photo

Addressing childhood obesity is not merely a matter of making changes to diets and lifestyles but requires a comprehensive, cross-sectoral approach, ranging from public health policies to community-level enforcement and awareness. Photo: Edited via Canva

Childhood obesity is far from harmless. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva

According to a press release dated May 2019 by the United Nations Children’s Fund Malaysia, Malaysians’ consumption of sugary drinks has increased dramatically over the past 15 years, in tandem with rising incomes. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily

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Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad - BERNAMA FILE PIX

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Johor Health and Environment Committee chairman Ling Tian Soon said the intake of more trainees, particularly doctors and nurses, must also be given serious attention. - 123RF photo

Of the 13,613 teenagers who underwent health screenings last year, 664 were found to be obese, 1,689 were overweight, while 1,697 were underweight. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily