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Living Her Best Life

After overcoming breast cancer twice by the age of 35, the vibrant, relentless and energetic, Dr Aiesha Asmadi takes no time for granted. She spends her new lease on life training to become a sports medicine specialist, pursuing professional bodybuilding and travelling all over the world. We get to know her a little better through Downtime.

Breathe Easy, Wheeze EasyBreathe Easy, Wheeze Easy

Hi there. It’s me. Your friendly neighbourhood health writer. World Asthma Day is around the corner and there are important things you need to be reminded about it.

The Different Strokes Of Stroke

On the 4th March 2019, the actor Luke Perry was reported to have died at the age of 52 after suffering a massive stroke. So what exactly is a massive stroke and is there actually a minor type of stroke? Dr Idayu Maarof explains about stroke and shares her experience of having gone through multiple episodes of stroke when she was in her late 30s.

What Everyone Should Know About IVF (But Usually Doesn't)

“I hope every woman out there who wants to be a mother and is suffering with infertility, will explore all the options and know that if you choose the science route, it is okay.” ~ Cindy Margolis, actress and model

What Are The Latest Updates On Diabetes?

Think you have heard everything there is to know about type 2 diabetes? Given the ongoing research on this disease, it is very likely that there is some latest news that you may have missed out on.

Autism Spectrum Disorder – At A Glance

It is estimated by the World Health Organization that 1-in-160 children worldwide has autism spectrum disorder. Over the past 50 years, this number seems to be increasing. In this Part 1, an expert explains the increase in prevalence can be attributed to factors such as improved awareness, better diagnostic tools and the expansion of diagnostic criteria.

When Parts Of Our Ears Become Red & Swollen…

Unlike our eyes, our ears do not have any protective lids to keep things from finding their way inside. Perhaps unsurprisingly, ear discomfort is common among those who spend a considerable amount of time in water.

Impacted Wisdom Tooth

Wisdom tooth surgery is one of the most common minor oral surgical procedures performed in the dental clinic setting by a dentist, often under local anaesthesia (LA). But some complex and challenging cases are best undertaken by a trained consultant oral surgeon or an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, to minimize post-operative side effects. Dr Andrew Chan Kieng Hock explains the finer points of wisdom tooth surgery and how to survive it with as little discomfort as possible.

Explaining Eczema

The world of a child with eczema is an itchy one.

A Milestone In Organ Transplant

In Malaysia, livers for transplant are commonly harvested from cadavers. It is the dawning of a new milestone when University of Malaya successfully establishes a living liver donor transplant unit.

The Pop Star And The Friend That Saved Her Life

She’s the teen queen turned chart-topping songstress. But away from the glitzy world of showbiz, Selena Gomez was a young lady battling an autoimmune disease and who received a kidney from her friend to survive

A Conversation About Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma

Nose cancer comes to the forefront of Malaysians’ minds when Datuk Lee Chong Wei revealed that he was diagnosed with this cancer last year.

Caring For Your Contact Lenses

An optometrist answers some frequently asked questions about contact lenses and how to care for them.

Suiting Up In A Time Of Disaster

In mid-March 2019, news of the Sungai Kim Kim chemical pollution disaster and its impact on thousands of Johor residents caught national attention. As healthcare services rushed in to provide medical aid, a temporary command centre was set up at Pasir Gudang Indoor Stadium to centralize efforts. HealthToday speaks to three pharmacists about their experiences as volunteers there.

5 Foods Your Cardiologist Wants You To Stop Eating

Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US? In 2016, 35% of all deaths in Malaysia were due to heart disease or stroke. We all read about what’s healthy and what’s not, but sometimes marketing gimmicks, labels and pre-existing notions make us eat food that may actually be harming our bodies. Senior Cardiologist Dr Ramasami Nandakumar highlights the top unhealthy foods for your heart and what to eat instead.

7 Ways To Motivate Your Kids To Do Their Homework

Having a hard time getting your kids to complete their homework? It’s time for a little dose of motivation.

Helping Malaysians Breathe

Now we can get correct facts and useful tips about asthma with just a few clicks, thanks to the good people of Asthma Malaysia.

Love Your Heart

World Heart Day falls on September 29. Why not use the occasion to start some heart healthy habits?