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One of the major challenges in tackling CKD in Malaysia is the lack of public awareness around kidney health and the importance of regular check-ups. Photo: Canva
One of the major challenges in tackling CKD in Malaysia is the lack of public awareness around kidney health and the importance of regular check-ups. Photo: Canva
HEALTH
The silent epidemic, why chronic kidney disease remains largely ignored in Malaysia
DESPITE being one of the most common non-communicable diseases in Malaysia, Chronic Kidney Disease...
For those unable to preserve their fertility, the emotional toll can be significant, as many have not yet started or completed their families, making the diagnosis especially difficult. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
For those unable to preserve their fertility, the emotional toll can be significant, as many have not yet started or completed their families, making the diagnosis especially difficult. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
HEALTH
Endometrial cancer cases rising among young women
KUALA LUMPUR - Endometrial (corpus uteri) cancer is now the fifth most common cancer among women in...
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
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
National
Rising concern over overweight and obesity among Terengganu teens
JERTIH - Overweight and obesity among teenagers aged between 10 and 19 in Terengganu are becoming...
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...
A healthy diet, regular exercise, avoiding tobacco and nicotine from smoking, and managing one’s stress all play a key role in reducing cancer risk. Photo: Canva
A healthy diet, regular exercise, avoiding tobacco and nicotine from smoking, and managing one’s stress all play a key role in reducing cancer risk. Photo: Canva
HEALTH
What every Malaysian needs to know about cancer today
CANCER is no longer the grim death sentence it once was thanks to early detection, personalised...
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...
Hospital Picaso, Consultant Clinical Oncologist, Dr Mastura Md Yusof, if you were to take a vitamin D blood test today, chances are you'd be considered deficient and so would most people around you, even in a sun-soaked country like Malaysia. Photo: Canva
Hospital Picaso, Consultant Clinical Oncologist, Dr Mastura Md Yusof, if you were to take a vitamin D blood test today, chances are you'd be considered deficient and so would most people around you, even in a sun-soaked country like Malaysia. Photo: Canva
HEALTH
Should you worry about low vitamin D?
HAVE you ever considered how lack of iron can lead to anaemia?Now think about vitamin D, what...
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Photo for illustration purposes only.
National
Zero sales tax on local fruits will strengthen national economy - Experts
KUALA LUMPUR - The government’s decision to maintain a zero Sales Tax for local fruits will not...
In a major new review of the health and wellbeing of adolescents, experts said some main drivers of ill-health among teenagers have switched from cigarettes and alcohol to weight gain and mental health problems. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
In a major new review of the health and wellbeing of adolescents, experts said some main drivers of ill-health among teenagers have switched from cigarettes and alcohol to weight gain and mental health problems. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
HEALTH
Number of obese and overweight teenagers predicted to rocket
LONDON - Almost half a billion teenagers around the world will be overweight or obese by 2030,...
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad delivering his speech during the the Kelantan Wellness Hub Open Day in Pengkalan Chepa, today. - Photo by Bernama
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad delivering his speech during the the Kelantan Wellness Hub Open Day in Pengkalan Chepa, today. - Photo by Bernama
National
Kelantan records increase in diabetes, high cholesterol cases - Dzulkefly
KOTA BHARU - Cases of diabetes and high cholesterol levels among the people in Kelantan recorded an...
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Savings can serve as a financial buffer to help families cope with unexpected shocks such as higher prices or income disruptions. - Photo illustrated via Canva
Savings can serve as a financial buffer to help families cope with unexpected shocks such as higher prices or income disruptions. - Photo illustrated via Canva
Household financial discipline as important as national economic resilience - Academician
Transport Minister Anthony Loke during a sharing session at the “Table for Unity: Ramadan in Diversity” programme held at the Karangkraf Complex in Shah Alam, today. - Photo by ROSLI TALIB
Transport Minister Anthony Loke during a sharing session at the “Table for Unity: Ramadan in Diversity” programme held at the Karangkraf Complex in Shah Alam, today. - Photo by ROSLI TALIB
Avoid hate speech, foster mutual respect among races - Loke
The programme also featured a casual sharing session with Transport Minister Anthony Loke and Al Khaadem president and founder Datuk Dr Hussain Yee.
The programme also featured a casual sharing session with Transport Minister Anthony Loke and Al Khaadem president and founder Datuk Dr Hussain Yee.
'Table for Unity' brings together muallafs, families from diverse backgrounds
A total of 2,257 company directors have been barred from leaving the country for failing to pay Employees Provident Fund (EPF) contributions for their employees between January and December last year. Photo: KLIA2 website
A total of 2,257 company directors have been barred from leaving the country for failing to pay Employees Provident Fund (EPF) contributions for their employees between January and December last year. Photo: KLIA2 website
2,257 company directors barred from travelling overseas - EPF
Technician Muhammad Imran Abdullah, 30, (right) was sentenced by the Sessions Court to a total of 18 years’ imprisonment and 24 strokes of the cane after pleading guilty to 10 charges involving baby trafficking for exploitation, sexual assault and producing child sexual abuse material two years ago. - Photo by Bernama
Technician Muhammad Imran Abdullah, 30, (right) was sentenced by the Sessions Court to a total of 18 years’ imprisonment and 24 strokes of the cane after pleading guilty to 10 charges involving baby trafficking for exploitation, sexual assault and producing child sexual abuse material two years ago. - Photo by Bernama
Man gets 18 years' jail, 24 strokes for baby trafficking, child sexual offences
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Is Netanyahu dead or injured? Iranian report and Israeli silence raise questions
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)
Iran offers Hormuz passage to countries expelling US, Israeli envoys
A person points at a page on the Marinetraffic website that shows commercial boats traffic on the edge of the Strait of Hormuz near the Iranian coast, in Paris on March 4, 2026. Photo by Julien De Rosa/AFP
A person points at a page on the Marinetraffic website that shows commercial boats traffic on the edge of the Strait of Hormuz near the Iranian coast, in Paris on March 4, 2026. Photo by Julien De Rosa/AFP
All eyes on 3pm: PM Anwar set to make announcement
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Photo by Bernama
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Photo by Bernama
Payment of phase 2 STR tomorrow – PM Anwar
Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) staff Fatihah Hanim Hassan Basri demonstrates the Rahmah Madani Sales Application launched by the Prime Minister during a gathering with KPDN staff here today. Photo by Bernama
Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) staff Fatihah Hanim Hassan Basri demonstrates the Rahmah Madani Sales Application launched by the Prime Minister during a gathering with KPDN staff here today. Photo by Bernama
‘I saw a man taking drugs’: Teen in Chow Kit recounts drug use near her home
Sinar Harian reporter interviews Kiera during a visit to the Chow Kit area in Kuala Lumpur recently.
Sinar Harian reporter interviews Kiera during a visit to the Chow Kit area in Kuala Lumpur recently.
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