The National Cancer Society of Malaysia, Penang Branch

Learn from the expert himself as our Consultant Orthopaedics & Sports Injury Surgeon shares on some of the lifestyle changes you can make to maintain joint health. These changes may help prevent knee problems and the need for surgery. Join Dr Aaron Lim here on FB Live, 2nd December (Wednesday) at 3pm as he imparts top tips to help your knees feel their best. Watch video :  How to avoid knee pain and surgery

Recognise the signs and symptoms of a heart attack - it's an emergency.

Cancer is a leading cause of death for children and adolescents around the world. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 300,000 children aged 0 to 19 years old are diagnose with cancer each year. Different cancers present in different ways. The symptoms and signs of cancer can be quite nonspecific. 

Blindness cuts us off from things, but deafness cuts us off from people” (Hellen Keller) The healthy hearing gives us the freedom to communicate, socialize, and connect to people. It will keep us from danger as we are more alert to our surroundings. Healthy hearing plays a role in your quality of life, from emotional well-being and physical health to careers and leisure activities. Know more about your hearing and hearing care with our Audiologist Noor Atikah Binti Abd Halim. Watch video :  What is audiology and hearing loss Watch video :  Hearing test & hearing loss management

High PSA level and prostate cancer. Here’s what you need to know.

Diabetes management and the role diet plays in controlling blood glucose levels is important for people who are living with diabetes. Having diabetes does not mean you can't eat everything, in fact it is the contrary.  1 in 4 Malaysians have diabetes, and not everyone manages their diabetes well. Join me as I dive into diabetes management and the role diet plays with Dr. Lee Ching Li, who is a dietitian and programme director at IMU for diabetes management and education.  Watch video : Diabetes and how diet plays a role

  WHO recommends adults do  at least 150–300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity; or  at least 75–150 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity throughout the week. Staying active improves all aspects of our lives. From preventing diseases to boosting mental wellbeing, every move counts. Stay active before, during, and after your pregnancy.  For a healthy mother and baby try to get at least 150 minutes of physical activity per week. Every move counts. Be active! Whether you like to  run  jump  play sports  dance WHO recommends that children and adolescents  do a minimum 60  minutes/day of physical activity. Every move counts. Be active!

Kanser paru-paru merupakan salah satu penyebab utama kematian di Malaysia. Dalam kalangan lelaki kanser paru-paru menduduki tempat kedua, manakala, bagi wanita di tempat kelima. Sebanyak 2,948 kanser paru-paru telah dilaporkan pada tahun 2006 (1,445 dalam kalangan lelaki dan 603 dalam kalangan wanita).Walaupun kadar hidup setelah didiagnosis dengan kanser paru-paru pada peringkat awal adalah 49% tetapi, hanya lebih kurang 2% sahaja penghidap kanser paru-paru yang telah merebak ke bahagian lain di dalam badan masih hidup setelah 5 tahun. Kanser paru-paru tidak boleh dipandang remeh kerana penyakit ini mampu memusnahkan kehidupan orang-orang yang kita sayangi. Sumber: 1. Laporan Malaysia National Cancer Registry (MNCR) 2012-2016 2. @myhealthkkm

Nak berhenti merokok bukanlah semudah berhenti minum sirap.  Perjalanan itu penuh liku-liku dan dugaan yang perlu ditempuhi bagi mencapai matlamat untuk bebas dari tabiat merokok. Untuk berjaya ke arah itu, talian Quitline Berhenti Merokok boleh membantu anda.  Hubungi 03-8883 4400 segera.

How do smoking and abusive drinking increase the risk of getting diabetes? As all of us know, smoking and alcohol cause negative effects and damages to our bodies, leading to diabetes. Let’s make healthy changes today! Quit smoking and drinking!

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.  1 in 3 women around the world experience physical or sexual violence by: A husband A boyfriend An intimate partner A lover A parent A relative A colleague A boss A stranger We must END violence against women & child! During the COVID-19 pandemic, risks of violence increase due to: More time at home with abusers Rising stress Isolation from social support networks Limited access to critical services We must end violence! Violence against women takes multiple forms:  Intimate partner violence  Physical  Sexual  Psychological  Female Genital Mutilation  Forced and early marriages  Femicide  Trafficking  Virginity testing END violence against women and girls! Watch video :  5 things you can do to end violence against women and girls 

Adakah anak anda bantut?Mengapa kita sebagai ibubapa/ penjaga perlu bawa anak ke klinik untuk ukur ketinggian dan berat badan mereka. Apakah faktor utama anak anda mungkin menjadi bantut?. Penting bagi kita mengenal pasti punca agar dapat mencari jalan penyelesaian. 5 faktor utama ini mungkin menyebabkan anak anda menjadi bantut! Berhenti seketika!!! Pinjamkan sedikit masa memerhati anak kita. Adakah anak anda mengalami keadaan kurang zat makanan seperti kurang berat badan, susut, atau bantut? Kadar keadaan kanak-kanak kekurangan zat makanan di Malaysia adalah membimbangkan. Ibubapa peduli adalah ibubapa yang berjaya. Kesan anak kurang zat makanan tidak terhenti kepada bantut tumbesaran fizikal malah mampu mempengaruhi tumbesaran mental.

Berani Tegur?Kerajaan telah melancarkan Kempen Pembudayaan Norma Baharu bagi mencegah COVID-19. KKM mempelawa anda untuk menyertai Tinjauan Amalan Norma Baharu. Klik https://tinyurl.com/amalan-norma-baharu untuk menjawab soalan. Penyertaan anda dalam tinjauan ini amatlah diharapkan dan dihargai. Bersama putuskan rantaian COVID-19.

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What is GERD? You may ask. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is also known as acid reflux disease. It is a common digestive disorder that occurs when acidic stomach juice or food and fluids backflow from the stomach into the oesophagus. If you have any symptoms below, seek medical help right away. Common GERD symptoms: • Acid regurgitation • Difficulty when swallowing • Sudden excess of saliva • Chronic sore throat • Inflammation of the gums • Chest pain or heartburn In conjunction with GERD awareness week, we like to share with you some great information about GERD, the causes, and signs & symptoms of GERD. Watch video :  Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system which develops in lymphocytes - a type of white blood cell which travel around the body in the lymphatic system, helping to fight infections. However, if one notices any of the signs or symptoms below, it is recommended to get it checked out.

After skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men. About 1 in 7 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime, mostly in older men.

 

Radiasi daripada telefon bimbit boleh meningkatkan risiko kanser buah zakar. Mitos atau fakta?

  It's World Antimicrobial Awareness Week The rise of antimicrobial resistance is a global threat. It can affect anyone, of any age, in any country. Overuse and misuse of medicines are the leading causes of antimicrobial resistance. Without effective antibiotics and other antimicrobials, we will lose our ability to treat common infections like pneumonia.  Proper use of all medicines is key to stop drug resistance.  Let's unite to preserve antimicrobials! Remember: only take antibiotics a health professional has prescribed to you. We can stop the spread of antimicrobial resistance. Tip to prevent antimicrobial resistance: Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare practitioner before taking antibiotics and other medicines. Let's unite to prevent drug resistance! Always seek the advice of a qualified health care professional before taking antibiotics. Antibiotics can be used as part of treatment for many infections, including: - Pneumonia - Urinary Tract Infections - Go

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In conjunction with World Diabetes Day 2020, Diabetes Malaysia (Penang Branch) and Penang Adventist Hospital jointly organized a month-long awareness campaign -- “Blue Circle November”, to raise diabetes awareness among the community.  A series of activities were featured in this campaign which including  #BlueCircleNovember  Social Media Photo Contest, Diabetes Video Making Competition, Virtual Dance with Diabetes 2.0, Facebook Live Health Talks by doctors, and diabetes educators, and Diabetes Screening in the month of November. Follow Diabetes Malaysia, Penang Branch Facebook page and know more about their activities! Together, we raise awareness to prevent diabetes!