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ANIMAL HEALTH
Heat, Haze Squeeze Livestock Farmers As Egg Output Falls
Livestock farmers in Malaysia are spending more to protect animals from heat and haze, as some report lower egg, poultry, and milk production. Experts caution that haze alone cannot explain the losses.
Second Red-Bellied Piranha Caught In Klau River: Group
Jejak Air Tawar announces the second catch of a red-bellied piranha (Pygocentrus nattereri) in Klau River in Raub, after a specimen was first discovered last August. Red-bellied piranha have razor-sharp teeth. DOF previously couldn't confirm a population.
MALAYSIA
Bandar Kuching MP Moots Haze Tariffs On Indonesia
Bandar Kuching MP Kelvin Yii wants Malaysia to exercise its trade powers and slap Haze Tariffs onto Indonesia, targeting imported products from foreign companies that are proven to be involved in forest burning in Indonesia. "The polluter must pay."
Sarawak ‘Infamous’ For Nasopharyngeal Cancer, Says Expert
Sarawak has one of the world’s highest nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC) burdens, especially among the Bidayuh community. Genetics and eating Chinese-style salted fish may raise NPC risk. Experts tout targeted over population-wide screening for early detection.
WORLD
A Toxic Recipe For Social Disconnect And Disaffection
Australians were less engaged in their communities, lonelier, unhappier and less satisfied with life, even before the present turmoil. But there is cause for hope.
APSMI Calls For Stronger Health Literacy As The Foundation For Responsible Self-Care Across Asia-Pacific
Self-care is defined as the ability of individuals, families, and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain well-being, and manage health conditions, with or without the support of health care professionals.
