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Childhood obesity has become a global health crisis, with poor dietary habits and sedentary lifestyles, fuelled by screen time and lack of physical activity, contributing to this "epidemic”. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
Childhood obesity has become a global health crisis, with poor dietary habits and sedentary lifestyles, fuelled by screen time and lack of physical activity, contributing to this "epidemic”. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
HEALTH
Too young, too heavy: Malaysia’s rising childhood obesity crisis
KUALA LUMPUR - Like any other teenager, Muhammad Mikhael Qaiser Mohd Yuzaini longs to participate in...
As Malaysia enforces its revised SST on imported fruits today, the irony is clear—fruit prices are rising just as the nation faces growing obesity and diabetes crises. Photo: Edited via Canva
As Malaysia enforces its revised SST on imported fruits today, the irony is clear—fruit prices are rising just as the nation faces growing obesity and diabetes crises. Photo: Edited via Canva
COMMENTARY
Taxing fruits while fighting obesity feels like a bitter pill to swallow
AS Malaysia rolls out its revised Sales and Service Tax (SST) on imported fruits starting today, the...
Despite living in a tropical paradise where the sun shines almost year-round, more and more Malaysians are finding themselves deficient in vitamin D.
Despite living in a tropical paradise where the sun shines almost year-round, more and more Malaysians are finding themselves deficient in vitamin D.
HEALTH
What does vitamin D deficiency look like?
In the hustle of 9-to-5 jobs, Netflix marathons and SPF obsession, one thing you might be sleeping...
Modest dressing, common among many Malaysians, including hijabs and long garments, limits direct skin exposure to sunlight, impacting vitamin D synthesis. Photo: Canva
Modest dressing, common among many Malaysians, including hijabs and long garments, limits direct skin exposure to sunlight, impacting vitamin D synthesis. Photo: Canva
HEALTH
Urban lifestyle and modest dressing linked to higher vitamin D deficiency rates, especially among women
Vitamin D deficiency, a condition often associated with countries with limited sunlight, is...
Australia passed a law to ban social media use for under-16s. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
Australia passed a law to ban social media use for under-16s. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
World
Social media fuelling 'devastating' kids' mental health crisis - NGO
AMSTERDAM - The "unchecked expansion" of social media platforms is driving an unprecedented global...
In Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, 4.35 million people suffer from gout, with cases rising 21 per cent from 1990 to 2020. Photo: Canva
In Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, 4.35 million people suffer from gout, with cases rising 21 per cent from 1990 to 2020. Photo: Canva
HEALTH
Gout: A growing health concern in Malaysia
MALAYSIA is facing an increase in cases of gout, which has become a public health crisis due to the...
From left: Dr Basri Johan Jeet (Radiologist), Dr Tan Chih Kiang (Oncologist), Dr Mastura Md Yusof (Oncologist), Dr Ummi Affah Mahamad (Palliative Care) and Dr Fam Xeng Inn (Urologist) posed for a photo after a panel discussion on Thursday.
From left: Dr Basri Johan Jeet (Radiologist), Dr Tan Chih Kiang (Oncologist), Dr Mastura Md Yusof (Oncologist), Dr Ummi Affah Mahamad (Palliative Care) and Dr Fam Xeng Inn (Urologist) posed for a photo after a panel discussion on Thursday.
Features
Hospital Picaso introduces new Cancer Centre integrates full spectrum of care under one roof
HOSPITAL Picaso has introduced its new Cancer Centre, a specially designed facility that delivers...
Former Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin has been awarded RM2.5 million in damages in a defamation lawsuit he filed against Mohd Rasyiq Mohd Alwi, also known as Ustaz Abu Syafiq, over social media posts related to the Covid-19 vaccine made three years ago.
Former Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin has been awarded RM2.5 million in damages in a defamation lawsuit he filed against Mohd Rasyiq Mohd Alwi, also known as Ustaz Abu Syafiq, over social media posts related to the Covid-19 vaccine made three years ago.
National
Court orders preacher Abu Syafiq to pay RM2.5 million for defaming KJ
KUALA LUMPUR - Former Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin has been awarded RM2.5 million in damages in...
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Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
HEALTH
Plastic is not just around you — It’s getting inside you
Plastic is woven into the fabric of modern life. It is in our packaging, clothes, utensils and even...
Obesity strains the kidneys through chronic inflammation, oxidative stress, increased blood pressure and insulin resistance. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva
Obesity strains the kidneys through chronic inflammation, oxidative stress, increased blood pressure and insulin resistance. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva
HEALTH
Malaysia’s obesity crisis spells trouble for kidney health, expert warns
A health expert warns of the importance of addressing obesity, as excessive weight independently...
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Samsuri (right, in purple) during a press conference at the Reset convention on Saturday. (Photo by HAZELEN)
Samsuri (right, in purple) during a press conference at the Reset convention on Saturday. (Photo by HAZELEN)
PN open to Parti Wawasan Negara’s entry, says Samsuri
Abdul Hadi (second from right) bersama Hamzah (left) dan Ahmad Samsuri (second from right) at the Malaysia Reset Convention at Taman Harmoni, Tanah Merah, Kelantan on Saturday. (PHOTO BY HAZEL)
Abdul Hadi (second from right) bersama Hamzah (left) dan Ahmad Samsuri (second from right) at the Malaysia Reset Convention at Taman Harmoni, Tanah Merah, Kelantan on Saturday. (PHOTO BY HAZEL)
Bersatu’s fate in Perikatan Nasional to be decided in upcoming meeting, says PN chairman
England's forward #09 Harry Kane (C) and teammates warm up during a training session as part of the team's preparation for its FIFA World Cup football tournament opening match against Croatia at the team's training camp in Palm Beach Gardens on June 9, 2026. (Photo by CHANDAN KHANNA / AFP)
England's forward #09 Harry Kane (C) and teammates warm up during a training session as part of the team's preparation for its FIFA World Cup football tournament opening match against Croatia at the team's training camp in Palm Beach Gardens on June 9, 2026. (Photo by CHANDAN KHANNA / AFP)
England finally recover possession... of their stolen World Cup boots
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Hamzah stays on as Opposition Leader after Pas-Reset agreement, says Hadi
The viral poster of Muhyiddin is fake, according to his aide.
The viral poster of Muhyiddin is fake, according to his aide.
Viral ‘Muhyiddin endorsement’ of Reset Convention is fake, Bersatu clarifies
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Viral ‘foreigner-built’ flat in Kajang actually occupied by locals, police say
Naazron (inset) stated that the police, alongside the Selangor Immigration Department, had previously conducted a joint enforcement operation under Ops Kutip in the area on February 28 last year.
Naazron (inset) stated that the police, alongside the Selangor Immigration Department, had previously conducted a joint enforcement operation under Ops Kutip in the area on February 28 last year.
Man breaks leg after alleged impact from world's largest tipping bucket at Penang water park
A man's family holiday at a Penang water theme park ended in a medical emergency after he suffered a severe leg fracture requiring surgery.
A man's family holiday at a Penang water theme park ended in a medical emergency after he suffered a severe leg fracture requiring surgery.
Police arrest mother of two children who fell from Tampoi apartment
Police have arrested the mother of a girl who died and her brother who was seriously injured after the children are believed to have fallen from the 12th floor of an apartment in Tampoi on Sunday. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva
Police have arrested the mother of a girl who died and her brother who was seriously injured after the children are believed to have fallen from the 12th floor of an apartment in Tampoi on Sunday. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva
Major quake off Philippines kills one, triggers tsunami warnings
A collapsed building is seen after an 7.8 magnitude earthquake in General Santos City on June 8, 2026. - (Photo by Edwin Espejo / AFP)
A collapsed building is seen after an 7.8 magnitude earthquake in General Santos City on June 8, 2026. - (Photo by Edwin Espejo / AFP)
Seven-year-old girl killed by stepsister after quarrel over mobile phone dispute, body hidden in wardrobe
Region 7 Police Commander Lieutenant General Pisit Tanprasert said investigations found the victim was believed to have been killed at their home in Ban Thi Khrong, Tambon Prang Phle, on the afternoon of May 30. Photo: Piyarach Chongcharoen
Region 7 Police Commander Lieutenant General Pisit Tanprasert said investigations found the victim was believed to have been killed at their home in Ban Thi Khrong, Tambon Prang Phle, on the afternoon of May 30. Photo: Piyarach Chongcharoen
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