First Aid and Safety Measures to Help Someone During a Seizure
Imagine you’re at a shopping mall with your friend. Suddenly, you notice a woman nearby collapse and her arms and legs are jerking violently. You realize she’s having a seizure. What should you do? Seizures can happen without warning, and witnessing one can be...
What are the Differences between Seizure and Epilepsy
There are two friends: Amina and Elena. Amina unexpectedly experiences a seizure after developing a severe infection called meningitis. Meanwhile, Elena has dealt with multiple seizures over the past few years. At first glance, both face “seizures,” but the underlying...
How to Recognize Signs and Types of Seizures
Imagine you’re at a public gathering when a man suddenly stops talking, becomes rigid, and collapses. Then his body and limbs starts jerking and shaking. People around are frightened, unsure of how to help. By understanding how seizures may present and the basic...
Understanding Epilepsy: Myths vs. Facts
Mr Ammar has just witnessed his neighbor, Asyraf, collapse and begin shaking uncontrollably. In shock, Encik Ammar whispers to himself, “Ini mesti kerja makhluk halus!” (This must be the work of an evil spirit!). While this belief is still common in some communities,...
Tips to Keep Your Mind Sharp After 40
As we reach our 40s, many of us start to notice changes in our thinking and memory. Maybe you forget where you left your car keys or struggle to recall a friend’s name. This is normal because our brain ages too. The good news? There are plenty of ways to maintain...
Why Older Adults Need to Exercise
Exercise is often associated with younger people, but it’s just as important for older adults. Regular physical activity can improve health, reduce pain, and enhance overall quality of life. The good news? It’s never too late to start, even if you’ve never exercised...
Infant Male Circumcision: Advantages, Disadvantages, And Techniques
By Dr. Arief Hamid. Infant male circumcision, the surgical removal of the foreskin covering the head of the penis, is one of the most common medical procedures performed worldwide. Rooted in religious, cultural, and medical practices, it continues to generate debate...
Mini Habits – Remarkable Results!
By DR MOHD FIRDAUS BIN A BAKAR. Habits are like double-edge sword. Bad habits can cut you down as easily as good habits can build you up. At individual level, we all desire to make positive changes in our life and it feels right to do it especially at the dawn of a...
Insomnia, the sleepless nights
It’s 2 a.m. You’re lying in bed, wide awake, staring at the ceiling. No matter how hard you try, you just can’t fall asleep. Or maybe you fall asleep, only to wake up in the middle of the night and spend hours tossing and turning. If this sounds familiar, you might be...
Is it Dementia or Just Aging? How to Tell the Difference
Occasional forgetfulness, like misplacing keys or struggling to remember names, is normal as we age. These memory lapses, while common, often lead to concerns about dementia. To clarify, it’s important to understand the differences between normal aging-related changes...