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THE rising use of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs in Malaysia, including semaglutide (Ozempic) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro), has highlighted gaps between regulation and enforcement, with authorities continuing to uncover illegal online sales and social-media promotions.

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad delivering his speech at the national-level World Cancer Day 2026 celebration today. - Photo by Bernama

Last Sunday, the Kelantan Health Department began implementing health screenings at the state’s main entry points as an early preventive step to curb the spread of NiV. (Photo by Tuwaedaniya MERINGING / AFP)

MOH remained in close contact with the World Health Organisation (WHO), to ensure that the control measures implemented were appropriate, and aligned with the latest developments at the international level. - Bernama photo for illustration purpose only

Photo for illustration purpose only. (Photo by SONNY TUMBELAKA / AFP)

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

Diabetes remains one of the leading causes of death in Malaysia, as many patients are only diagnosed at a late stage when severe complications have already developed. - 123RF photo