Rising mental health issues serious cause for concern, says doctor
KUALA LUMPUR: A medical professional from Putrajaya expressed concern over the escalating mental health challenges faced by adolescents worldwide, highlighting suicide as the fourth leading cause of death in this demographic. Dr Saraswathy Tangamani of the Presint 9, Putrajaya Health Clinic underscored the long-term consequences of neglecting adolescent mental health, highlighting its potential to negatively […]
One-stop centre for mental health
MIRI: A newly launched ‘Galeri Minda’ of Mentari Miri in Rumah Kenyalang at Tanjong Lobang will serve as a one-stop centre (OSC) for those who have mental health issues. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the centre yesterday, Miri mayor Adam Yii said besides providing support to those seeking treatment, the centre could help deliver […]
Woman claiming to be Samy Vellu’s wife wants to be intervenor
KUALA LUMPUR: A woman claiming to be the wife of former MIC president Tun S. Samy Vellu is seeking to be a party in Datuk Seri S. Vell Paari’s lawsuit to have Samy Vellu’s mental health determined by the court. When met by reporters, counsel R.S.N. Rayer who is representing Meeriam Rosaline Edward Paul, 59, […]
