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Living with Alzheimer’s

Every September on Sept 21, people from all over the world raise awareness of and combat the stigma that surrounds dementia – Alzheimer’s disease in particular. Numerous Alzheimer’s and dementia organisations hold memory walks, fundraisers, awareness-raising events, and campaigns to draw attention to persons in their community who are impacted by Alzheimer’s or other types […]

Dr Sim urges parents to monitor HFMD symptoms

KUCHING: The spread of the the hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) has risen from from 25 cases in Week 18 to 822 cases in Week 21. Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian reminded parents of children with HFMD to not send them to kindergartens, nurseries, or play school while they are ill […]

Villagers with symptoms urged to go for test

KUCHING: Residents of Kampung Mongkos, Kampung Tebedu Mawang, Kampung Sejijak Plaman and Kampung Bung Pedus in Serian district who are experiencing signs and symptoms of Covid-19 have been urged to go for screening. A statement by Serian Division Health Office, shared by Sarawak Public Communications Unit on Facebook, said those with symptoms such as fever, […]

Don’t make issue out of symptoms

KUCHING: Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) chairman Clarence Ting said he is disappointed with some individuals for making an issue out of the mild symptoms he experienced after getting the Covid-19 vaccine three days ago. He said he thought it is good to be transparent and to share his experience.  Instead, some people decided to twist […]

Get immediate medical attention if you have symptoms

Anyone with symptoms can report themselves through the MySejahtera app which should eventually link them to their local public health office with the intention of keeping the hospitals informed of their status. – Dr Lavanya KUCHING: Anyone with Covid-19 symptoms should get immediate medical attention so that they can be assessed and triaged appropriately, said […]

Individuals with symptoms advised to stay at home

KUCHING: State Health director Dr Chin Zin Hing has urged individuals showing signs of Covid-19 symptoms to stay at home to prevent the spread of the infection. “I would like to urge any individual, who has already shown signs of Covid-19 symptoms such as sore throat, loss of sense of taste and smell, but did […]

Stroke: Signs, symptoms and care tips

Stroke can hit anyone, especially those from the older age group. As complications arise, family members and caregivers face the life-changing challenges of caring for their loved ones. Understanding the patients’ need can ensure a smooth quality care.  Rehabilitation is an important part of recovery As we get older, one of the medical conditions that […]

Fatigue, loss of sense of smell, taste also Covid-19 symptoms

PUTRAJAYA: Fatigue and a loss of the sense of smell and taste are also symptoms of Covid-19, Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said today. These are in addition to the more common symptoms such as fever, cough, cold, diarrhoea and shortness of breath, he said. “But the symptoms that go unnoticed are fatigue and […]