THE heart and lung are two vital organs. In conjunction with World Lung and World Heart Day on Sept 25 and 29 this year, Sunway Medical Centre Velocity (SMCV), aims to raise awareness of conditions related to these two important organs and how to keep an eye on both for healthy living. A report by the Department of Statistics last...
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Poor lifestyle choices are the norm among the new generation of young parents, says Dr Beni. Rozanna says a heart healthy diet is not rocket science. Young parents should make healthy lifestyle choices, if not for themselves then at least for the sake of their offspring, writes Meera Murugesan THE loss of a young parent has tragic...
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To train your child to pick healthy food options, you have to eat healthy yourself. — AFP As the risk of heart disease continues to affect young parents, experts agree that making cholesterol management a priority is part of good parenting. The loss of a young parent has far deeper consequences than that of an older parent. To a...
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One of the warning signs of a stroke is having a severe headache. — TNS In Malaysia, strokes are the third leading cause of death for women, following heart attacks and pneumonia. It is more deadly to women than breast cancer, and if it doesn’t kill you, can leave you with permanent disabilities. A stroke is sometimes known as a...
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Following a healthy diet could help reduce your risk of various health conditions. (Rawpixel pic) If you’re wondering what changes you should be making to your diet to keep the spring in your step and your weight at its optimum, then read on to find out more about three healthy diets touted by experts and scientists as being...
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Haste makes waste: Doctors have also warned against attacking a steep hill on foot or by bicycle after a sedentary period. GEORGE TOWN: The sudden death of four people within three weeks has led health experts to issue Malaysians with a warning against pushing their body too far and too soon after a break. As more people head for...
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