This month is jam-packed with exciting stories and updates. Does malaria still affect us in this day and age, and should we be concerned about it?
Parents, if you've ever despaired of getting your stubborn little one to sleep at a reasonable hour, you should read our article for some helpful tips. We also have healthy Korean recipes, a breakdown of the Sun Salutation yoga postures, an exposé of what real men really think about skincare, and an interview with a former gambling addict. Don't miss out!

In November, HealthToday shines the spotlight on Vine star turned pop-icon: Shawn Mendes, in Cover Story (page 28). Since World Diabetes Day is on 14th November, our resident dietitian Georgen Thye focuses on how family members can support their loved ones who are suffering from diabetes. And he provides a simple recipe, which the whole family can join and prepare (page 7). Nobody's perfect. We all have our own insecurities, jealousies, disappointments, and regrets. Psychologist Cathie Wu shares her thoughts on the inner demons that can lurk in our minds, and how we can cast off these to become a better person (page 44). The month of November, or Movember, is dedicated to men's health. HealthToday focuses on prostate cancer, hypercholesterolaemia and suicide prevention. (page 10). So what are you waiting for? Subscribe now!

In October, HealthToday highlights Oscar-winning actress, humanitarian and mother of six, Angelina Jolie, in Cover Story (page 33). Learn more about the King of Fruits, durian. Why do some people love it? (page 22). A couple shares their story of facing breast cancer diagnosis in the middle of their fourth pregnancy (page 53). The New Parents Special features some of the things you can expect as a new parent and how to make sense of the chaos in the early days of parenthood (page 7). So what are you waiting for? Subscribe now!

In September, HealthToday showcases Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) athletes in our Cover Story (page 33) in conjunction with Malaysia Day on 16th September. Since World Heart Day falls on 29th September, our Nutrition section features an easy heart-healthy recipe by our resident dietitian Georgen Thye (page 7). Have you ever been curious about excreta? The series of articles on urine, poo and gas will enlighten you! (page 19). On a more serious note, psychologist Cathie Wu shares her insights on coming to terms with death. (page 52). So what are you waiting for? Subscribe now!

In August, HealthToday celebrates the legendary badminton champion Datuk Wira Lee Chong Wei (page 33). The highlight of our Nutrition section is guilt-free air-fried chicken complete with aromatic herbs and spices by our resident dietitian Georgen Thye (page 7). We bring you a heart-touching story on Patti LaBelle in conjunction with World Lung Cancer Day (page 16). The Health Focus of this month is eczema—paediatrician Dr Erwin Khoo explains why eczema occurs, and how parents can help their children manage the symptoms (page 21). So what are you waiting for? Subscribe now!
 


In July, HealthToday zones in on Game of Thrones' Emilia Clarke who had to battle for her life TWICE! (page 33). The highlight of our Nutrition section is oats with two yummylicious recipes for you try (page 7). We bring you a special piece on hepatitis, a liver disorder, in conjunction with World Hepatitis Day. Did you know our liver is one of the major organs that works nonstop to purify our blood? (page 19) An expert highlights the use of high-intensity focused ultrasound to treat fibroids and adenomyosis which affect the womb. (page 24) In our inaugural Oral Health article, a consultant oral surgeon discusses the safety of dental amalgam. (page 43) So what are you waiting for? Subscribe now!

In June, HealthToday celebrates the most important man in our life: our father. Let's cherish him for all the hardships he had to undergo to raise us. Our cover story on page 35 features Michael Bublé a tough dad who had to stay strong for his son when he was stricken with cancer. In honour of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, we feature scientific facts on dates (page 12) and a cheat sheet to help you maintain your weight after the Raya feasts (page 15). We bring you a special in-depth report by Prof Dr Tan Maw Pin on root causes and solutions to abuse of older persons on page 20. A sleep researcher throws a surprising fact on sleep at us on page 28. Did you know there is such a thing called 'hole in the gut'? Read more about it on page 31. For a treat, we have a Giveaway with 3 sets of Vaya Tyffyn each worth RM189 up for grabs (page 69). So what are you waiting for? Subscribe now!

In May, HealthToday celebrates the most important woman in our life: our mother. Let's lavish her with our love and a choice gift that will delight her. We give you ideas for a gift that your mother is sure to cherish on page 50. Ramadan is beginning in May and our resident dietitian Georgen Thye shares a healthy recipe for bubur lambuk on page 7. Since World Asthma Day falls on 7th May, we have a double feature on asthma-related topics for better awareness and asthma control on page 23. Do you have bunions? Podiatrist Lim Yuanshuang explains the truth about bunions on page 31. Our cover story on page 34, features Mark Ruffalo of the Avengers fame. On page 41, fertility specialist Dr Agilan Arjunan explains how men can ensure their fertility is still up there. The red flags in relationships are revealed to you on page 54. We're back with Downtime with a strong doctor who's battled breast cancer twice and is now into bodybuilding on page 61. Our Cendol for the Soul on page 64 highlights another doctor who survived multiple strokes. All in all, we’re certain you’ll enjoy this month’s issue as it is jam packed with a wide variety of health topics. So subscribe now!

The articles in HealthToday aren't just mere articles. They are a voyage, taken by all of us together, in hope of seeking a place where we can live in good health and good will. We are what we eat so we kick off the issue with dietitian Edna Loh discussing the pros and cons of various types of noodles. Since the World Autism Awareness Day falls on 2nd April, we have a double feature on autism-related topics for better awareness and how parents can help their children hone their learning skills. Our cover story on page 35, features the young and lovely Oscar winner Brie Larson. On page 39, fertility specialist Dr Agilan Arjunan explains five reasons of infertility among Malaysian women and how to overcome them. On page 48, we unravel the mysteries of love with a chemistry lesson. If you're planning or expecting a baby, we have a double feature on preparing for pregnancy and welcoming your little darling on page 53. Our Cendol for the Soul on page 64 features the enterprising fitness YouTuber Joanna Soh. All in all, we’re certain you’ll enjoy this month’s issue as it is jam packed with a wide variety of health topics. So subscribe now!

The year has just begun and it’s a fresh start for all of us to get our health and fitness act together. World Oral Health Day is happening this month and we got hold of dentist, Dr Lau Lake Koon to talk to us about dental hygiene. To commemorate International Women’s Day, we have a few women’s health articles in store for you: “The Iron in Every Woman” is on page 27, two articles on HPV start from page 30 and “Taking Control of our Fertility” is on page 41. Our cover story on page 51, features the beautiful, doe-eyed Sarah Hyland (from Modern Family). On page 55, you’ll find tips on “How to Plan a Wedding (without losing your mind)”. Our Cendol for the Soul on page 64 features Zhariff Afandi, a man with no arms who overcame, and even wrote a book about it. All in all, we’re certain you’ll enjoy this month’s issue as it is jam packed with a wide variety of health topics. So subscribe now!

The HealthToday team would like to wish you Happy Lunar New Year! We're delighted to share healthy salmon and trout recipes for your reunion dinner with loved ones. Since January is Thyroid Awareness Month, learn more about the thyroid gland and its functions. What did SpongeBob SquarePants' creator Stephen Hillenburg and theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking have in common? They both suffered from ALS which causes slow paralysis and eventually death. Did you know Emily Blunt who acted in Mary Poppins Returns used to stutter? All this and lots more, so subscribe now! 

The HealthToday team would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Do take a breather and spend time with your family and friends. If you’re throwing a party, check out the fancy drink recipes our contributing dietitian-cum-chef provided. This is also a good time to reflect on your life in 2018. We are all works in progress, just inching along trying to make life better for ourselves as well as others. Our Cendol story this month is about a group of healthcare professionals who headed for the remote kampungs of Sabah to conduct medical camps for the villagers. Year-end is also a good time to get health check-ups done especially for elderly parents as a geriatrician tells us. As it’s also the school holidays, read our paediatrician’s tips on how to keep our children safe when at play and while traveling. All this and lots more, so subscribe now! 

World Diabetes Day falls in November. Find out how our November cover star lives with type 1 diabetes while a pharmacist provides 10 tips on managing the condition. If you’re growing a moustache for Movember, you should read our article on male grooming. A paediatrician tells us about fever in children and a psychiatrist talks about depression in teenagers. A dermatologist gives hope to those who sweat too much. We also have experts discussing knee pain, internet addiction and growths in the nose. Subscribe now for all this and more!

We have lots of good stuff this month! If your nose is always runny or sneezy but you’re not allergic to anything, read our article on why this could be happening. Our psychiatrist continues to reveal facts about schizophrenia in part 2 of his article. Our dietitian-cum-chef talks about organic food – is it really as healthy as claimed? In our parenting section, we ask: is your child ‘normal short’ or ‘short short’? Two medical experts reveal when you should be concerned. A psychologist discusses sibling rivalry and how parents can deal with it. All this and lots more, so subscribe now!

In this month’s special issue on fitness, meet a group of doctors who are also passionate endurance sportsmen. We speak with professional circus performers to get their take on keeping fit and eating well, and we review a pole dance class to gauge what it does for fitness. Also, a paediatrician talks about the current hand, foot and mouth disease outbreak in Malaysia, while an ENT specialist discusses the ‘Cantonese cancer’. A dermatologist shares about psoriasis and a psychiatrist debunks myths about schizophrenia. There’s lots more inside, so subscribe now!

Malaysia has a high incidence of stones in the urinary tract because we lie in the ‘stone belt’. A urologist shares the details. A psychiatrist talks to us about suicide and some of its risk factors. Learn more about hearing loss and how hearing aids can help. In our beauty section, we speak with a plastic surgeon about double eyelid surgery. In our nutrition section, we have three ‘Malaysianized’ recipes for trout. Read all these informative stories and many more in our August issue. Subscribe now!

Breast cancer continues to be a common threat, so this month we bring you a 15-page special report, with an oncologist and breast surgeon weighing in along with the stories of two breast cancer survivors. With World Hepatitis Day on July 28, we report on the launch of “Malaysians Against Hepatitis C” website by the Malaysian Aids Council. We also bring you part 2 of our discussion on the vegetarian lifestyle with expert advice from a dietitian. Our contributing ENT specialist talks about vertigo, which is actually a problem with the ears, not the brain (did you know?). Subscribe now for all this and more!

In our June issue, we have updates on breast cancer and colorectal cancer – two of the commonest cancers in Malaysia. In the wake of our national elections last month, we have an eye-opening feature about election anxiety: American psychologists tracked a rise in cases of anxiety and stress during and after the Trump vs Clinton campaign. Will we see the same here in Malaysia? We had an exclusive interview with the winner of Miss Universe Malaysia, Jane Teoh, to find out what goes on behind the glamour of beauty pageants. Get all this and more great content by subscribing now!

There’s something for everyone in our May issue. If you’ve ever wondered if a nosebleed is a serious matter, then you should check out what our resident ENT specialist has to say. Ever heard of sulforaphanes? Well, they’re good for you, as a dietitian tells us. We review a ballroom dance, specifically the tango, to find out how it helps you keep fit (hint: it’s all in the posture). A psychiatrist talks about bullying at the workplace and gives suggestions on how you can deal with it. Subscribe now for all this and more.

In our April issue, we have great reads on topics ranging from scoliosis to listeriosis, hypertension in the elderly to hair loss. If you suffer from IBS or frequent gastrointestinal discomfort, you'll want to check out our article and recipe on low-FODMAP foods. An O&G specialist shares juicy details about sex during pregnancy while a paediatric neurosurgeon talks about the delicate surgeries he performs on his young patients... and the occasional heartbreak that his job entails. Our team also goes through the pain of a bikini wax so that we can tell you what it's really like. In conjunction with World Autism Awareness Day, we have a special feature on autism in children. Subscribe today for all these articles and more!

We have so many great reads in our March issue. An ENT specialist talks to us about blocked tear ducts, while a gastrointestinal surgeon explains how bariatric surgery works. A psychiatrist reminds us to do away with the stigma associated with mental illness, while a geriatrician clarifies what delirium is. A clinical psychologist provides suggestions on how to deal with bullying and cyberbullying, while a counsellor gives us the juicy details about dating when you’re over 40. Subscribe now for all this and more!

Welcome to the revamped HealthToday! Brand new look, style and content but with the same high quality articles you've always enjoyed. In our Jan-Feb combined issue, we provide a healthy recipe for a Chinese New Year classic: yee sang. As the school term begins, find out how you can ease your child's first few days at school. Learn more about a cutting-edge technology to treat tumours. Check out our review of aerial yoga in our new fitness section. In our new sex & relationships section, read what a psychologist has to say about long-distance romantic relationships. All this and lots more great stuff in this issue!

It’s that festive time of year and we have lots of goodies for you in this issue. Begin with a Christmas recipe specially created by our contributing chef and dietitian, then read about how to handle being alone at Christmas. You might also want to read our tips about cutting down on time spent on your smart phone so that you can spend quality time with your loved ones this season. If you feel like having an outdoorsy Christmas, we have good news: science is proving that nature is good for your health. So go ahead and book that camping holiday. And finally, you can work off all the calories by swimming some laps – read about how swimming is a fantastic all round exercise that’s suitable for everyone. Subscribe to HealthToday for lots more!

Did you know that what and how you eat can affect our planet? Read about how to eat sustainably to improve your health and that of the planet at the same time. In conjunction with Lung Cancer Awareness Month, we have a special report on lung cancer where we speak to a consultant clinical and radiation oncologist. We also have tips on maintaining some semblance of work-life balance. A neurosurgeon tells us about back pain, how it can be fixed and prevented; while an ENT surgeon reveals why some people keep catching the cold. Catch all this and more in our November issue. Subscribe now!

We look at a wide range of health issues this month, such as adult vaccination, advanced breast cancer and nocturia (when you frequently wake from sleep to pee). In addition, we take a close look at rabies and how to protect yourself and your pets from this potentially dangerous disease. Also, check out our article on six common myths about skin. You’ve probably wondered if some of these are true, so have a read and learn what a dermatologist has to say. Finally, find out what it’s like to suffer from not one, but two cancers. Subscribe now for great reads!

On our cover this month is national record breaker and medal-winning discus thrower, Karen Yap. She shares how she overcame two major injuries to go on winning more medals and what she does when she’s not throwing things across a field. We talk about different types of pain your body experiences and how painkillers such as paracetamol work. Are you allergic to your pet? You need to read our article. We also spoke with the head of a chiropractic association to let you know exactly what chiropractic is about and what it can do for you. Want low-carb recipes? We have them right here, straight from our nutrition experts. Subscribe now for more great reads!

More good stuff for our readers this month! Our cover star is an emcee, speaker, TV presenter and social media celebrity who got hit with cancer when she was only 27. Read about her journey with cancer and how she is helping other young people on their cancer journeys. Is brain surgery going through the nose a safe option? As a parent, what options are available to you if your child has cleft lip or palate? What’s the deal with eating pufferfish and can it really kill you? Where should your baby sleep – in his own crib or in bed with you? How do you remain self-sufficient and independent in old age? Find out what our experts have to say about these matters and more in this month’s issue.

We have lots of good reads in this month’s issue. A gardening expert talks about ‘foodscape’ gardening. A boot camp instructor tells us what happens during those grueling sessions. A paediatrician and nutrition expert shares about the medical, psychological and emotional consequences when children are obese. We also look at a number of mental health issues, including an update on antidepressants, a true story from a patient with schizophrenia, and the perspectives of a counselor of sexually abused children. Grab your copy of HealthToday now and enjoy these articles.

It’s the month of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, and we have got some delicious (but healthy!) recipes lined up, as well as tips on how you can enjoy feasting without affecting your waistline (too much). You may know people who have been affected by the flu, as influenza season is upon us again. Read our report on the cost and consequences of getting the flu and how you can protect yourself and your family from this seasonal scourge. There’s lots more in this issue, including an in-depth look at heart failure, noise pollution, depression and ozone therapy. Get your copy now!

This month, we have a special report on preparing for the hajj and umrah, which includes vital information on managing existing health conditions, building up fitness for the long walks and how to avoid catching germs amidst the large crowds. If you have sleep problems, you should read our feature about sleep apnoea. And if you’re a fan of badminton, you simply must read our “I LOVE BADMINTON!” article. Lots more inside, including how to cut down sugar intake and what to do if a bug gets stuck in your nose!

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