The Reign Of Jane

The tall and beautiful Jane Teoh is a Malaysian beauty queen, ready to show the world who she is. The reigning Miss Universe Malaysia 2018 gives an exclusive interview to HealthToday about being in the limelight, her thoughts on true beauty and what she does to stay healthy.

Gut Talk

In early April, the Nutrition Society of Malaysia launched the Probiotics Education Programme (PEP) to promote greater awareness on the importance of digestive health via a combination of good dietary and lifestyle habits (the former includes the incorporation of probiotics into one’s diet). HealthToday was right there during the launch, and we’re glad to share some words of wisdom from the expert speakers with you.

An Essential Vitamin For A Healthy Pregnancy

If you’re planning to start a family, it would be best to take folic acid supplements at least a month before getting pregnant. A dose of 400mcg a day lowers the risk of your baby developing neural tube defects.

Becoming The First Avenger

Having played the role of Captain America in six films to date, it’s difficult to imagine that Chris Evans repeatedly turned down the part. We take a look at Chris’ road to stardom, how he gives back and what he did to buff up for the big role.

The Fulfilled Obstetrician

It’s not often that we meet people who love what they do. Dr Nicholas Lim is one such person. His passion and enthusiasm for his work as an obstetrician and gynaecologist was evident throughout our conversation, while photos of the babies he had delivered were proudly displayed in his office.

Sex During Pregnancy

Is it safe to have sex during pregnancy? Will it be painful? Will it hurt the developing baby? An O&G specialist gives us the answers.

An Infection Called Listeriosis

In February and March this year, Australia and South Africa experienced an outbreak of listeriosis, a type of food poisoning.

Hypertension & The Elderly

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is bad, as is low blood pressure. We will need to keep our blood pressure within the recommended healthy range. Right? Well, in most cases, yes. When it comes to the elderly, however, the situation is less clear cut.

Travel Smart, Stay Healthy

A holiday in a new, exotic locale can be very exciting and a lot of fun. However, picking up new, exotic germs is most certainly not. Read on to find out what precautions you should take to stay in good health while you travel.

Why You Should Wake Up Early?

Stressed at work? Do you come to work already counting the minutes until you can leave, and is this attitude affecting your work performance? Try coming to work early – researchers found that doing so can improve your productivity as well as your enjoyment of your work considerably.

Malaria Is It Still Around?

It may have been overshadowed by its more famous mosquito-borne comrade, dengue, but malaria is still here and still deadly. How can you protect yourself and your loved ones from malaria?

How To Break Your Children Free Of The Digital Take-Over?

Form seventy-to seven-inch screens… how do we break our children free of the digital take-over?

IN BLACK, IN THE CHURCH … DANCING & CRYING

In legendary R&B diva Patti LaBelle’s music video If You Asked Me To, she was seen in tears. Most people assumed that she was being a consummate showperson, overwhelmed by her emotional performance, but the story behind the video was far more heartbreaking.

Celebrating The Legacy Of A Legend Lee Chong Wei

The legendary shuttler needs no introduction. His recent retirement from professional badminton left friends and foes shattered and the badminton scene will never be the same.

A Father's Voice

Michael Bublé is arguably one of the best performers of our time. Through his career, he has touched the hearts of millions by bringing old forgotten tunes back to life, and putting his own modern spin on them. This Father’s Day, we explore Bublé’s other voice, which is that of a father; and we get to know the heartwrenching journey he took supporting his young son through cancer.

The Cheat Sheet - For Post-raya Damage Control

To all my Muslim friends, I know the last month has been a struggle. I also know a number of you might have put on a little extra weight over the fasting month. Does it come as a surprise? Not really. You would expect to lose weight if you’re only eating half as much as you normally do. But that isn’t the case, is it? Think about it, the heavy breakfasts in preparation for the day ahead, all the Ramadan bazaars conveniently popping up after work, the sudden cravings for pizza and deep-fried chicken (which you would otherwise try to avoid). Dietary habits definitely change during the fasting month and some people would consider it as an opportunity to indulge (excessively). Fret not, as HealthToday has come up with a cheat sheet for those of you who need a little help getting into that pair of jeans you used to fit in back in April.

Fancy A Date? Heck, Why Not 10?

Who could forget the famous sultry whisper of “Yusuf Taiyoob” come every fasting month. The name is synonymous with dates and is a testament to its marketing success. Dates (Phoenix dactylifera) are very much part of Southeast Asian culture and was probably introduced into the region by the spread of trade. We did some digging around and found that dates are as potent as figs and perhaps that’s the reason our forefathers took such a liking to them.

Warning: It's Going To Get Corny

Longing for smooth, baby-soft feet? Can’t seem to find a way to get rid of those pesky hardened skin known as corns and calluses? HealthToday talks to a podiatrist to find out ways to eliminate corns and calluses safely, and for good.

Cervical Cancer Elimination Receives A Boost With Rose

A multinational effort by stakeholders from University of Malaya (UM) and VCS Foundation Australia has resulted in an innovative approach to reduce and eliminate cervical cancer in Malaysia. Known as Removing Obstacles to cervical ScrEening (ROSE), the pilot programme integrates self-sampling, human papillomavirus (HPV) testing and e-health technology to improve cervical cancer screening uptake among Malaysian women.

Surfing Through Life … Zhariff Afandi - Motivator, Life Coach & Author!

Being motivated takes a lot of dedication and hard work, and to remain motivated in an ever challenging world can be quite a task, but that’s not the case for Zhariff Afandi.

When Chikungunya Rears Its Head

During the first few weeks of 2019, Thailand experienced a sustained increase in chikungunya infection rate in the southern part of the country. According to Thai health officials, the outbreak was a continuation from 2018. More than 700 cases have been reported for this year mainly from the provinces of Songkhla, Pattani and Phuket.

Dental Care: Brushing Up On The Basics

This World Oral Health Day, let us all remind ourselves to keep our teeth and gums healthy and looking good.

Everything You Need To Know About Thyroid

With January being “Thyroid Awareness Month”, it is the best time to understand a bit more about one of the hardest working organs that ensures the proper functioning of other bodily functions right from our birth till our final breath.

Caring For Your Child's Pearly Whites

The advent of your childs first tooth marks the milestone in their year of exciting firsts.

Scrumptiously Steamed

Steaming is one of the healthiest ways of cooking food preserving nutrients and flavour and without the use of oil. Our contributing dietitian and chef lists the many benefits of steaming and provides a tasty recipe for you to try.

Milky Goodness In Every Way

A child has different nutritional needs at different stages of life to sustain their energy levels and to promote good health, growth and development as they head towards adolescence.

Meet The Sporty Surgeons

If you want something youve never had, you must be willing to do something youve never done. - Thomas Jefferson

The Effervescent Emily Blunt

Emily Blunt burst into our collective consciousness as the caustic and acerbic Emily Charlton in The Devil Wears Prada more than 12 years ago.

As We Grow Older, Which Of Our Five Senses Will Be The First To Go?

“There is no clear-cut answer to that question,” consultant geriatrician Professor Dr Tan Maw Pin says when we ask her this question. “There are many factors to consider.”

Budget Talk: Improving Cancer Care In The Public Sector

Before Malaysia’s Budget 2019 was announced, leaders in cancer care and support discussed the current shortcomings and presented recommendations for improvement. HealthToday was at the front row to bring you the updates.