Acute Gastroenteritis: 6 Warning Signs You Need a Doctor
Acute gastroenteritis, often called cirit-birit or stomach flu, is an infection of the stomach and intestines that causes sudden diarrhoea, vomiting and stomach cramps. Most cases get better on their own within a few days. The real danger is dehydration, which can become serious quickly in babies, young children and older adults. The risk rises […]
Breast Cancer Awareness: 7 Early Signs Women Should Know
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among Malaysian women, making up nearly 1 in 3 of all female cancers. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, also known as Pink October, a reminder that this cancer is far easier to treat when it is found early. In Malaysia, too many cases are still found late. […]
Pap Smear vs HPV Test: Which One Do You Really Need?
The HPV test is now the main way Malaysia screens women for cervical cancer, replacing the Pap smear as the first-line test for women aged 30 to 65. The Ministry of Health Malaysia piloted free HPV self-sampling in 2019 and adopted it fully as primary screening in 2023. Many women still ask for a Pap […]
Leptospirosis in Malaysia: 7 Warning Signs You Should Never Ignore
Leptospirosis, better known in Malaysia as kencing tikus (rat urine disease), is a bacterial infection that spreads through water and soil contaminated by infected animals. It is endemic in Malaysia and is the third most fatal infection in the country after dengue and malaria. The risk rises with the monsoon. Heavy rain, floods and stagnant […]
Haze and Asthma: 7 Proven Ways to Protect Your Lungs
Haze and asthma are a risky mix, and this season, Selangor is feeling it. On the morning of 8 October 2026, all six air-quality stations in Selangor recorded “unhealthy” Air Pollutant Index (API) readings, with Johan Setia the highest at 178. For people living with asthma, allergic rhinitis or other respiratory allergies, haze particles can […]
Anti-D Injection: A Vital Step for a Safer Pregnancy
Anti-D injection is an important treatment for Rh D-negative pregnant women to help prevent Rh sensitisation and protect future pregnancies. During pregnancy, your blood group is routinely checked as part of antenatal care. If you are Rh D-negative, your doctor may recommend an anti-D injection to reduce the risk of complications in a current or […]
UTI Symptoms,Treatment & When to See a Doctor | Klinik Central
UTI symptoms commonly include burning or pain when passing urine, needing to urinate more often, or feeling the sudden urge to urinate. A urinary tract infection (UTI) can affect the bladder, urethra or kidneys, and symptoms can vary depending on which part of the urinary tract is involved Since urinary symptoms can also occur with […]
Gout: Effective Ways to Manage Flares and Uric Acid
Gout is a type of arthritis caused by the buildup of monosodium urate crystals in and around the joints. It can cause sudden, severe joint pain, swelling, redness and warmth, commonly affecting the big toe, although other joints can also be involved. Managing gout involves more than simply treating pain when an attack happens. There […]
Weight Gain: 7 Reasons Of Gaining Weight Even If You Don’t Eat Much
Weight gain can happen for several reasons, even if you feel that you do not eat much. Although the amount and type of food you eat can affect your weight, body weight is influenced by many other factors, including physical activity, sleep, medications, medical conditions and lifestyle habits. If you have noticed that your weight […]
Men’s Health 101: Essential STI Screening Guide
STI screening is an important part of sexual health for men, especially after a new sexual partner, unprotected sexual contact, or possible exposure to a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Many STIs can cause no symptoms, so feeling well does not always mean that an infection is absent. A sexual health consultation allows a doctor to […]
