The Covid-19 crisis demonstrated the relevance of bringing about collaboration and creativity of whole of society in dealing with complex challenges. By empowering individuals and communities, the Malaysian government encouraged people to embrace collective problem-solving and participatory decision-making processes, writes Brigadier General Mohd Fauzi Sulaiman.
The 31st Optometry Community Service Operation, organised by a group of Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia students in Kampung Santubong in Kuching, Sarawak, provided eye care education, promoted the wellbeing of people of all ages, and fostered a spirit of partnerships.
Twentytwo13’s Haris Hussain eased off on the throttle, letting his speed carry him through, his right index and middle fingers tucked in, away from the brake lever, while his right foot hovered tentatively above the rear brake pedal. No blips on the brakes this time, he tells himself.
The Proton X90 is taken off the beaten track, uncovering some turtle tittle tattle in the process, writes seasoned journalist Razak Chik.
Twentytwo13’s Graig Nunis is being selective about which fun runs to enter, due to the rising cost, but he will not miss the National Press Club of Malaysia’s inaugural ‘Jom Jalan with NPC’ on June 2.
The Asia Interactive Travel Expo (AITX) offers an immersive travel experience using virtual and augmented reality. Visitors can experience various destinations without leaving Malaysia, with interactive bidding sessions and exclusive sales.
Managing and running a multispecialty tertiary care medical centre is no easy task. Consultant ophthalmologist Dr M. Narendran pays tribute to his hospital – Bukit Tinggi Medical Centre’s outgoing CEO – Jasmine Lau.
With strong support from the government and industry stakeholders, Malaysia has emerged as a hub for healthtech start-ups and entrepreneurs, fostering an environment conducive to growth and innovation.
Leading Malaysian nutritionist, Tee E Siong, says the government should spearhead initiatives to ensure consumers have access to healthier food options when they dine at eateries, and this includes giving eateries star-rating incentives.
As Malaysia’s public health system is overwhelmed, private hospitals, collaborating with service-oriented organisations, can help lighten the burden by joining forces in the fight against reversible blindness, with the Gift of Sight project being one such example, writes ophthalmologist Dr M. Narendran.
Researchers from Japan explored in-depth the positive psychological and neurophysiological benefits of watching sports.
It’s important for doctors to get as much insight from their patients, including past illnesses and surgeries, as a patient of consultant ophthalmologist and vitreoretinal surgeon Dr M. Narendran learnt during his recent visit to the hospital.
When one thinks his memory is ‘perfect’, only to realise it isn’t.
