Planning for the future means prioritizing your loved ones' financial security, especially in the face of life’s uncertainties. Life is unpredictable, and while we all hope for the best, preparing for the unexpected is essential.

According to the International Diabetes Federation, over 4 million adults in Malaysia were living with diabetes in 2021, representing a 20% prevalence of diabetes among adults. The 2023 National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) reveals that diabetes is one of the leading causes of death in Malaysia, underscoring the growing urgency of addressing this public health crisis.

Breast cancer is a diagnosis that can feel overwhelming, but many women find strength and purpose through their journeys. Here, we share the inspiring stories of survivors who faced this challenge with courage and resilience.

Breast cancer remains the most common cancer affecting women in Malaysia, according to the Malaysia National Cancer Registry. The report highlights alarming statistics showing an incidence rate of 38.9 per 100,000 women between 2017 and 2021. This emphasises the ongoing challenge posed by the disease.

Heart disease stands as the leading cause of premature death in Malaysia, accounting for 18.4% of medically certified deaths in 2022. Premature deaths are defined as those occurring between the ages of 30 and 69, which is below Malaysia's average life expectancy of around 75 years. In 2022, there were 95,266 deaths in this age group, according to the Statistics on Causes of Death Malaysia 2023 report by the Department of Statistics Malaysia.

How much control do you really have over your heart health? By addressing modifiable risk factors, you can make a significant impact. Although factors like a family history of cardiovascular disease are out of your control, you can greatly affect your heart health by managing controllable risks such as cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar levels, weight, diet, and physical activity.

Recent studies indicate a concerning trend: heart disease is increasingly affecting individuals between the ages of 35 and 64. No longer confined to older populations, heart disease can impact anyone, particularly those who lead an unhealthy lifestyle.

Kidney failure and kidney cancer are two serious medical conditions that affect the kidneys, but they are fundamentally different in their causes, symptoms, treatments, and implications.

Let's take the opportunity of Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month to educate ourselves about the risk factors, symptoms, and ways to maintain a healthy brain.

Meet Raj and Devi, a married couple with a 15-year-old son, Arvind. Arvind is the apple of their eye, and they always encourage him to pursue his dreams of becoming a doctor.