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Lack of health awareness, unhealthy diet cause of higher NCD risk amongst Malaysians, say health experts

NCD tidal wave has hit the nation

PETALING JAYA: Nearly three million Malaysian adults are afflicted with at least three of the four major non-communicable diseases (NCDs): diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol and ­obesity.

A steep bill of health – many cannot afford treatment

PETALING JAYA: Over the past year, 12.9% of Malaysians did not seek medical treatment due to financial factors, according to the National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2023.

Bitter price of sweetness

PUTRAJAYA: A war against excessive consumption of sugar will be launched soon aimed at preventing the rise of non-­communicable diseases (NCDs) among Malaysians, says Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.

Surge in ecigarette use in Malaysia

PUTRAJAYA: There has been an increase of 600% in the number of ecigarette users in the country over the past 12 years, a study shows.

The hefty burden gets heavier

PUTRAJAYA: There has been a surge in the number of overweight and obese Malaysians in the past decade, according to the National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2023.

Look into neglect of senior citizens, govt urged

MoH findings on mental health issues in Sarawak worrying, says state minister

Fatimah: Decriminalising suicide will encourage more to seek help

PeCOM to hold weight management, obesity awareness drive in Miri this August