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Despite living in a tropical paradise where the sun shines almost year-round, more and more Malaysians are finding themselves deficient in vitamin D.

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Adolescent vaping rose sharply from 9.8 per cent to 14.9 per cent-raising concern among healthcare professionals who warn the trend may continue due to increasing social acceptance. - Bernama photo

Masks, hand hygiene, and physical distancing remain essential tools in avoiding infection, especially in crowded indoor settings where bacterial infections and airborne viruses may run rampant. Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily.

The environmental challenges posed not only hinder medical treatment but also exacerbate health vulnerabilities, especially for heart patients. Photo: Canva

While there is currently no specific vaccine for HMPV, maintaining up-to-date vaccinations for influenza and pneumococcal diseases is crucial. Photo: Canva

According to the Health Ministry, Malaysia saw 327 cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections in 2024, a 45 per cent rise from the 225 cases in 2023. Photo: Canva

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A woman walks past a wall mural promoting awareness on using face masks, in Varanasi on January 7, 2025, amid alleged media reports suggesting that the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has detected cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in India. (Photo by Niharika KULKARNI / AFP)

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