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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.

Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes Of Grindelwald Review By Hannah May-lee Wong

Dive Into the World of Wizardry Once Again

Safety Tips For Children

The school holidays are upon us! Here’s a timely reminder from a paediatrician about keeping kids safe at home, at play or while travelling.

The Superhero Of The Sea

Get to know the handsome hunk in the big, splashing year-end movie, Aquaman. Say hi to Jason Momoa.

Diabetes Management: Tips From A Pharmacist

World Diabetes Day falls on November 14 each year. In conjunction, our contributing writer, who is also a pharmacist, provides 10 practical tips on managing diabetes.

The Health Benefits Of Hiking

Hiking offers many benefits for your physical and mental wellbeing. Studies have shown that it helps to reduce anxiety and depression, and of course, gives your bones and muscles a workout.

Ouch, My Knee!

In this first article in our new series on sports injuries, we look at a common affliction: pain in the knee. A sports medicine physician (who is also a sportswoman) takes us through the details of iliotibial band syndrome, a form of knee pain caused mainly by overuse.

Stones, Stones, Stones

One more reason to drink plenty of water throughout the day: dehydration is a key risk factor for the development of kidney tones. Stones in the urinary tract can be very painful and can even lead to a medical emergency.

Ginger's Good For Kids With Stomach Flu

Ginger, a common Asian cooking ingredient, is effective in treating vomiting in children with acute gastroenteritis, according to a new study.

Milk & Solids

For many parents, it is a joyous milestone when their little one begins eating complementary foods. Even when the toddler is eating solid foods, however, milk continues to have an important place in his or her diet.

What's The Deal With Tocotrienols?

When it comes to vitamin E, tocopherols used to hog all the limelight. Now, we are starting to uncover the benefits of the other group of vitamin E: tocotrienols.

One Step Closer To Happiness

What do you think of anti-depression medications? For some people, they are useful, while others view them as a possible cause of addiction or a sign of weakness.So who’s right? Consultant psychiatrist Assoc Prof Dr Amer Siddiq offers more insight into medicine-based treatment of depression, to help us sort out the facts from conjectures.

When Bigger Is Not Better

You probably know by now that Malaysia is the most obese country in Asia. Even our children are affected. A leading expert on paediatrics and nutrition, Dr Nataniel Viuniski, was in Kuala Lumpur to talk about childhood obesity and its consequences.

From Empty Arms To Motherhood

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) often have a hard time conceiving naturally.  Motherhood is not an impossible dream for them, however, as there are ways to help them conceive.

Clean Up Your Toys!

If your kids give you a hard time when you try to get them to put their toys away after playtime, here are some tips to help you get your way.

Raising Your Introvert/Extrovert Child

Your little boy is always excited to meet his friends and eagerly plays with them, while your girl is quiet and prefers keeping her face in a book. No, it’s not their gender; it’s their personality traits that make them behave the way they do. How does a parent handle the different personality types and bring out the best in their children?

My Journey As A Patient With Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia, like most mental disorders,is poorly understood. A recovering patient with schizophrenia (who wishes to remain anonymous) shares her true story with  HealthToday in hopes of shedding light and bringing some understanding to this reality-altering condition.

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.

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.