There are so many local myths and old wives tales about pregnancy. While some of them are entertaining, others can be downright harmful. Especially those that involve the mother and baby’s health and wellbeing.
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You are sitting at your work desk, but you can hardly get any work done properly. You struggle to curb the trembling in your fingers.
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Certain cancers are more painful than most.
And most types of cancer, especially in the later stages (stage 4), are painful.
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Pregnancy can be nerve-racking, for both first time mums and experienced mums. You may be constantly wondering if everything is going as it should.
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Hepatitis refers to inflammation of the liver, which can lead to acute or chronic health problems or complications that can be potentially fatal. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), the global burden of hepatitis is mainly due to Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C infections with about 354 million people living with these infections worldwide.
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“Why isn’t my child talking yet?” is a question that voices panic and concern. When other children can already hold simple conversation with mummy and daddy, you struggle to get any words from your little one.
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The minute Ramadan ends, you can almost smell “rendang” in the air – all the rich and delicious foods after a month of fasting. People dive in with such enthusiasm that they regain weight lost the month before.
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The word “cancer” strikes fear in all of us. When we hear of a loved one or friend being diagnosed with the disease, we often wonder about their diet and whether there’s a link.
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Adequate nutrition intake is important for kids due to growth and development. On top of that, having a balanced nutrition helps in preventing health conditions such as malnutrition and overweight.
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Diseases still persist today even if our healthcare system and hygiene standards have improved. While improved medical treatment and cleanliness standards decrease the development of diseases, they are insufficient to completely eradicate them.
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