“When Solomon said there was a time and a place for everything he had not encountered the problem of parking his automobile,” Bob Edwards WHEN we talk about healthcare, most minds go straight to doctors, nurses, or the quality of treatment provided within the four walls of a hospital. Rarely
‘Investing in public transportation helps create jobs, reduces traffic congestion, and improves air quality.’ – Michael Bloomberg, former Mayor of New York City IT had been some time since I last ventured beyond short trips in the neighbourhood. Between working from home, settling into the rhythm of motherhood and simply
‘Postpartum is a quest back to yourself. Alone in your body again. You will never be the same, you are stronger than you were.’ – Amethyst Joy WHEN it comes to traditions, we often strive to follow and uphold them as they remain integral parts of our lives. One such
“Parenting is the easiest thing in the world to have an opinion about, but the hardest thing in the world to do.” – American commentator, Matt Walsh BECOMING a first-time parent is like stepping into a world where every day feels like both a test and a lesson. No matter
SMOKING remains a significant public health and economic challenge in Malaysia, with tobacco-related illnesses contributing to countless preventable deaths each year and placing immense pressure on the country’s healthcare system. The global tobacco epidemic has forced governments to adopt varying approaches to reduce smoking prevalence, ranging from traditional cessation campaigns
AS Malaysia continues to grapple with rising vape usage, particularly among youths, experts caution against prohibitionist approaches that may worsen the very issues they seek to solve. Instead, the call is growing louder for evidence-based regulation and stronger enforcement – not blanket bans. Public health expert, Professor Dr Sharifa Ezat
ONE of the many new responsibilities that come with motherhood is ensuring your newborn is well-nourished – whether through breastfeeding or formula feeding. For many new mothers, this decision is deeply personal and sometimes even emotional. Some are guided by medical advice, others by their circumstances, and many by their
“Caring for patients requires caring about patients.” – Dr Abraham Verghese, physician and author I have always admired doctors. Their commitment to healing, their long hours, their ability to make life-and-death decisions under pressure – it has always commanded deep respect from me. That admiration still stands today, but it
ONE of the most popular questions my husband and I received during my pregnancy was: “Which hospital will you be delivering at?” There was nothing wrong or offensive about the question – it’s a common one. And from the very beginning, we had our minds set on delivering at Sarawak
“The moment a child is born, the mother is also born. She never existed before. The woman existed, but the mother, never. A mother is something absolutely new.“ – Shmuley Boteach, author IT has been exactly a week since I have been elevated to the status of a mother –