Most baby formula health claims not backed by science: Study
The most common claims were that formula supports brain development, strengthens immune systems and more broadly helps growth.
Fri Feb 17 2023
For those with HIV or weak immune systems, monkeypox can be fatal - US study
Monkeypox and HIV have collided with tragic effects, Dr. Jonathan Mermin said.
Thu Oct 27 2022
New antibody therapies fight cancer, drum up investment
Antibodies are proteins that recognise foreign substances, attaching themselves to them to alert the rest of the human immune system.
Sun Jun 26 2022
Omicron: Senior citizens urged to take booster shots for optimal protection
With the Omicron variant still considered a serious threat, Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said optimal protection should be given especially to the elderly and chronic patients.
Sat Apr 16 2022
What is streaking in the world of running?
Practitioners report better quality of sleep, a strengthened immune system and a feeling of well-being due to the endorphin secreted during physical activity.
Thu Feb 03 2022
Two-thirds of Omicron cases in England reinfections - Study
The finding is seen as further evidence of the Omicron variant's ability to dodge the immune systems of those previously infected with the virus.
Thu Jan 27 2022
Israel approves fourth COVID-19 vaccine shot for most vulnerable
Israel is to go ahead with second COVID-19 vaccine booster shots for people with weakened immune systems.
Fri Dec 31 2021
WHO experts back extra COVID jab for people with weak immune systems
WHO recommends people with weakened immune systems should be offered an additional dose of all WHO-approved COVID-19 vaccines.
Tue Oct 12 2021
Severe COVID-19 may trigger autoimmune conditions; new variants cause more virus in the air
Here's a summary of some recent studies on COVID-19.
Thu Sep 23 2021
Fruit face-off: Strawberry vs raspberry
Here's the lowdown on these two tasty summer berries.
Tue Jul 27 2021
Scientists seek Covid protection boost for people with weakened immunity
Faced with very little data and fears that some of these patients could be particularly vulnerable to the virus, scientists are seeking to figure out how to best protect them.
Wed Jul 07 2021
Virus does not threaten US blood supply; high vitamin D levels do not protect against COVID-19
Immune system workaround helps blood cancer patients with COVID-19.
Thu Jun 03 2021
Novavax developing combination flu, COVID vaccine
The vaccine contains a substance called an adjuvant to deliver a stronger signal to the immune system to respond.
Tue May 11 2021
India's COVID-19 surge and the new variant: What we know
Viruses change all the time and the one that causes COVID-19 has already undergone several thousand mutations.
Fri Apr 23 2021
Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine vital for persons with disabilities - Paediatrician
Datuk Dr Amar Singh HSS said currently there are no restrictions for this group to get COVID-19 vaccine unless their immune system is compromised.
Wed Feb 24 2021
Sarawak perlukan 17,500 hektar kawasan baharu sawah padi
Kementerian telah mengenal pasti kawasan baharu iaitu di Sri Aman, Kapit, Mukah dan Limbang bagi tujuan berkenaan.
Tue May 14 2024
ART bertingkat di JB miliki 32 stesen - Exco
Projek sistem Aliran Transit Automasi (ART) bertingkat yang dicadang dibangunkan di Johor Bahru akan mempunyai 32 stesen dengan jarak lebih 50 kilometer (km).
Tue May 14 2024
Draf pindaan Ordinan Perikanan Sarawak sedang dirangka
Draf pindaan Ordinan Perikanan Sarawak 2003 sedang dirangka sebagai usaha menubuhkan Jabatan Perikanan Negeri.
Tue May 14 2024
Dengar 'suara' belia, iktiraf mereka sebagai penyambung legasi
Suara belia tidak harus dipandang enteng malah penglibatan golongan ini perlu diperluas terutama dalam isu kemasyarakatan dan politik sesuai peranan mereka yang 'sering' digelar pemimpin masa hadapan.
Tue May 14 2024
Tumpuan Rabu - 15 Mei 2024
Ikuti rangkuman berita utama yang menjadi tumpuan di Astro AWANI.
Tue May 14 2024
Dari Madinah, seramai 563 jemaah haji Malaysia tiba di Mekah
Seramai 563 jemaah haji Malaysia yang sebelum ini menetap di Hotel Emaar Royal dan Hotel Saja al Madidah di Madinah, tiba di Mekah pada Selasa untuk urusan menunaikan ibadat haji.
Tue May 14 2024
10 Berita Pilihan - (14 Mei 2024)
Antara pelbagai berita dalam dan luar negara yang disiarkan di Astro AWANI, berikut adalah yang paling menjadi tumpuan sepanjang hari ini.
Tue May 14 2024
Banjir lahar dingin ragut lebih 50 nyawa
Banjir yang dikenali sebagai lahar dingin di Indonesia mengorbankan 52 individu setakat ini dengan 17 orang dilaporkan hilang. Situasi itu menyebabkan anggota keselamatan dan kecemasan mengerahkan tambahan aset-aset seperti jentera berat bagi memudahkan urusan semua pihak dalam operasi mencari mangsa yang hilang.
Tue May 14 2024
Suntikan anti-obesiti mampu kurang risiko serangan jantung
Suntikan ubat anti-obesiti mampu mengurangkan risiko serangan jantung dan strok. Satu kajian dilakukan oleh Profesor dari Kolej Universiti London (UCL) mendapati secara purata berat badan individu yang terlibat dalam kajian ini menurun 10.2 peratus selepas empat tahun.
Tue May 14 2024
'Heritage tree scheme' pelaksanaan negara Singapura boleh dijadikan sebagai contoh
ara stategi singapura yang boleh diadaptasikan oleh Malaysia adalah dengan mewujudkan Heritage Tree Scheme.
Skim yang dilancarkan oleh National Parks Board Singapore (NPARKS) ini telah terbukti terkesan kerana program ini bukan sahaja meliputi penyelengaraan pokok tetapi turut mengenal pasti, melindungi dan juga merawat pokok-pokok warisan yang mempunyai nilai sejarah, budaya, ekologi yang signifikan.
Skim yang dilancarkan oleh National Parks Board Singapore (NPARKS) ini telah terbukti terkesan kerana program ini bukan sahaja meliputi penyelengaraan pokok tetapi turut mengenal pasti, melindungi dan juga merawat pokok-pokok warisan yang mempunyai nilai sejarah, budaya, ekologi yang signifikan.
Tue May 14 2024