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A racing heart before an important meeting. Restlessness when you’re waiting for news. Lying in bed while your mind keeps replaying tomorrow’s problems. Most of us experience anxiety from time to time. Anxiety is part of the body’s natural response to perceived danger or uncertainty. In small amounts, it can make us more alert and help us prepare for challenges. But when worry becomes persistent, difficult to control or starts interfering with sleep, work, relationships or ev

High blood pressure is often called a “silent” health problem because many people feel perfectly well even when their readings are consistently too high. Yet over time, uncontrolled hypertension places additional strain on the heart and blood vessels and increases the risk of serious cardiovascular problems. Medication is important and sometimes necessary, but everyday lifestyle choices also play a major role in blood pressure management. One food that has attracted considera

When we think about foods that are good for the heart, oats, fish and vegetables often come to mind. But there’s another small addition worth considering: Blueberries 🫐 These tiny blue-purple berries contain fibre, vitamins, minerals and naturally occurring plant compounds called anthocyanins—the pigments responsible for their distinctive colour. Research has linked diets rich in berries and other plant foods with several markers of cardiovascular health, including healthier

Experts say everyone who is eligible should get vaccinated against influenza this fall Every year, influenza (flu) brings a significant health burden to Malaysia — hospital admissions, lost workdays, and serious complications among high-risk groups. With updated data from local and international research, here’s what Malaysians need to know about the flu vaccine this year. Influenza in Malaysia: What You Need to Know Not just a “common cold.” Influenza is a contagious respira

The Rising Concern of Breast Cancer in Young Women Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women today, with a notable...

Do you often find yourself reaching for a sweater or scarf when others are perfectly comfortable? Always feeling cold can be frustrating...

In Malaysia and across Asia, financial wellness is about more than just balancing income and expenses. It involves the relationship one...

For women in their fifties, embracing an active lifestyle may be as vital for long-term health as saving for retirement is for financial...

Experts emphasize that all activity lowers blood sugar and that the best time to exercise is whenever you can fit it in. Exercise helps...

A new study found that taking vitamin D supplements was associated with lower blood pressure. People with obesity and high blood pressure...

Sleep regularity (waking up and going to bed at the same time every day) could be more important than sleep duration in predicting heart...