Health Today Malaysia - October 2017

In this issue

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!

6 Skin Myths Debunked

A pimple has erupted on your nose (oh, horrors). Family members and friends are quick to give you well-meaning advice, while the internet abounds with ‘effective’ tips and solutions. But how do you know if any of that information is true?

5 mins

Addiction: What You Don't Know

Addictive behaviours have been described as one of the greatest scourages of humankind. In order to treat it, we have to first understand what courses it.

2 mins

A Toddler's World Of Taste And Texture

Even at a very young age, a child’s sense of taste is well developed. This is the time to introduce your little one to different tastes and textures of healthy foods.

2 mins

Hello, Hunky Hemsworth!

With the third Thor movie, Thor: Ragnarok set to open in just a few weeks, we turn our attention to the big, blond, easy-on-the eyes star – Chris Hemsworth.

7 mins

E Is For Empathy

Is empathy something we teach our children or is it genetically determined? How do we raise children who are empathetic and compassionate?

4 mins

Battling Two Cancers

Being diagnosed with liver cancer was bad enough, but as he was fighting for recovery, Mohd Salleh Yusof was struck by lung cancer as well. Determined to enjoy life to the fullest, Salleh shares his experience with HealthToday.

7 mins

Allies Against Dengue

New partners in an anti-dengue coalition aim to help more communities feel prepared to combat the epidemic.

2 mins

Professor Dr Winnie Chee Siew Swee

Dietitian and Dean of the School of Health Sciences, International Medical University (IMU)

2 mins

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