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ANIMAL HEALTH
US Embassy Hiring Agricultural Marketing Specialist Ahead Of Anticipated Imports
The US embassy in Malaysia is hiring an agricultural marketing specialist, ahead of an anticipated increase in agricultural and food imports from the US under the ART trade pact. The specialist will represent the US Department of Agriculture in Malaysia.
DVS: Centralised Pig Farming Protects Public Health, Curbs Environmental Pollution
The Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) says modern pig farming can protect public health and ensure environmentally friendly waste management. DVS also says centralised pig farming reduces the risk of Nipah virus outbreaks and disease transmission.
MALAYSIA
Asia OneHealthcare Partners With MediExpress To Strengthen Access And Affordability
Through the collaboration, MediExpress members are expected to benefit from clearer care pathways and more streamlined administrative processes across participating hospitals, contributing to a more seamless and coordinated patient experience.
Malaysia’s Childhood Stunting Rises To 24%, Worse Than Poorer Neighbours
Unlike poorer neighbouring countries that improved on childhood stunting from 2000, Malaysia's childhood stunting is on an upward trend, reaching 24% in 2024—higher than Indonesia (23%), Cambodia (22%), Vietnam (19%), Thailand (12%), and Singapore (3%).
WORLD
Probiotics For Cancer And Diabetes?
A growing body of research suggests the microbes living in our gut can shape whether certain cutting-edge immunotherapies succeed or fail, turning bacteria found in fermented foods and 'designer yoghurts' into unlikely players in the future of modern medicine.
Why Exercise Must Be A Priority For Women In Midlife
For women, particularly in midlife, keeping up regular physical activity plays a huge role in countering muscle loss related to hormonal shifts during menopause and supporting long-term well-being.
