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Hold Sarawak X-Tive Programme yearly

SARIKEI: The holistic involvement of the public in sports can spur the socio-economic growth of the state. “Therefore, the Sarawak X-Tive Programme needs to be implemented systematically every year,” said Repok assemblyman Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii. He said this in his speech while officiating at the Sarawak X-Tive Programme Sarikei Division at Sarikei Sports Complex […]

Sports good for young people

SIBU: Sports can be good and rewarding hobbies, especially for youth, says Bukit Assek assemblyman, Joseph Chieng Jin Ek. By participating in sports, people were not only able to practise a healthy lifestyle but could also use their leisure time well. Speaking at the launch of Sarawak X-Tive 2022 for Sibu division, he emphasised that […]

More Bonnies waiting to be discovered, says Martin

SERIAN: Sarawak X-Tive 2022, a state sponsored programme to inculcate a healthy lifestyle through sports, is potentially also an avenue to find talents waiting to be discovered. Modernisation of Agriculture and Regional Development Deputy Minister Martin Ben said the community must therefore take a proactive approach to cultivate sports in their daily lives, families and […]

High income status hinges on fit society

MIRI: State Transport Minister Datuk Sri Lee Kim Shin is hoping to see more people in the division taking up leisure and sports activities to improve their health and well-being. Speaking at the launching of the Miri-level Sarawak X-Tive 2022 at here on Saturday, he called on the people to therefore take an active approach given […]

Ministry aims to get youth going in sports

GEDONG: Only about 44.9 per cent of youth in the state are presently active in sports and a concerned Ministry of Youth, Sport and Entrepreneur Development wants to do something about it. The data derived from a survey undertaken by the ministry has made it all the more determined to inculcate a sports culture among […]

Cultivate healthy lifestyle through sports, says Resident

KUCHING: The Sarawak X-Tive programme is a platform for Sarawakians to take part in sports activities, said Kuching Resident Datuk Sherrina Hussaini. The programme also promotes a healthy lifestyle, both in physical and mental terms, she said, adding that this in turn could bring about a more productive and competitive society. “This programme is an […]

Stay healthy to reap benefits of rich Sarawak

KUCHING: Covid-19 has not only cast a long shadow on the way people live their lives but has also brought forth startling, even worrying, statistics on their state of health. In Sarawak for instance about 1.8 million adults have been vaccinated against the virus with about 343,000 of them being elderly. “However we have approximately […]

Play sports to counter pandemic challenges

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The practice of playing sports and maintaining a healthy lifestyle should be continued even during challenging circumstances such as the Covid-19 pandemic. In saying this, Kota Samarahan MP Rubiah Wang added that doing so would be able to reduce the stress faced by the community, especially those who experience various obstacles due to […]

Kidney transplant: A second lease on life

While kidney transplantation has been around for several decades, the notable milestone is still a challenge today. As the surgery is an intricate one, only surgeons who are well-versed can perform it. However, once a success, the patient receiving the kidney can live a normal life again. An intricate process that has benefitted many The […]

Society to promote healthy living protocols

KUCHING: The healthy elderly is a special group that must be expanded within the population. Sarawak Gerontology and Geriatrics Society (SGGS) president Dennis Tan said by doing so, the group’s golden years will be enhanced thereby compressing their debility years. “Those in this group are the spenders and they have the time. By sharing awareness […]