elderly community Archives

2 October 2026

Letter

Retirement And The Retiree: Reflections On Work, Identity, And Dignity From A Nurse’s Perspective — Harjit Kaur

Retired nurses still have an enormous amount to give, if only we can build a system that respects and welcomes their presence.

22 September 2026

Letter

RSV Vaccines Work, But Older Malaysians Are Being Left Behind — Dr Musa Mohd Nordin & Dr Ahmad Faizal Mohd Perdaus

For an elderly Malaysian living with heart disease, COPD, or diabetes, an RSV infection is rarely "just a cold": it is often the silent trigger for severe respiratory distress, ICU admission, and loss of independence.

16 July 2026

Letter

Facing The Silver Tsunami: Why Malaysia Must Overhaul Its Aged Care Infrastructure — Dr Rajeentheran Suntheralingam

By 2030, one in six Malaysians will be elderly. By 2040, one in five. The question is not whether we can afford to act. The question is whether we can afford not to.

22 April 2026

Letter

Predatory Audiology Practices Fuel Malaysia’s Dementia Crisis — Dr Bryan Kek

If we do not regulate the cost and quality of hearing health today, our health care system will pay a much higher price for dementia wards tomorrow.

21 April 2026

Malaysia

Only 15% Of Malaysian Seniors Ageing Well, Dementia Rate Up: NHMS 2025

NHMS 2025 reveals a poor state of health among Malaysian seniors: only 15% ageing well, dementia prevalence rose to 10%, and high prevalence of NCDs (diabetes: 39%, hypertension: 73%, high cholesterol: 76%). About 68% live with at least 2 chronic diseases.

16 January 2026

Opinion

The Grey Wave Is Here. Our Policies Are Not Ready

In an inaugural piece for her "Grey Wave" column, Dr Zarihah Zain says ageing is still treated as welfare, rather than a matter of rights. The State must take responsibility over issues of health care, income security, and legal protection for seniors.

12 December 2025

Letter

Fit To Work Until 65? Reforming The Retirement Age Policy — Muhammad Hafeez Basri

If workers do not have the capacity to remain fit and healthy into their 60s, simply raising the retirement age will not deliver the benefits policymakers expect.

19 May 2025

Malaysia

Preventing Dementia: The Role of Lifestyle, Diet, And Community-Based Interventions

Scientific evidence highlights the significant role of a healthy diet, regular physical activity, and cognitive engagement in reducing dementia risk.

15 May 2025

World

Do Anti-Ageing Treatments Actually Work?

There is no dearth of treatments that claim to hold back ageing. No magic pill exists that is proven to work – but we do know of some that might.

17 February 2025

Letter

Improve Flu Vaccine Supply To Private Facilities — Malaysian Medical Association

MMA expresses concern about the shortage of flu vaccines in private clinics, as many patients are now asking for their shots. MMA urges MOH and all vaccine suppliers to ensure adequate distribution of flu vaccines to private clinics and hospitals.

Tag: elderly community

Retirement And The Retiree: Reflections On Work, Identity, And Dignity From A Nurse’s Perspective — Harjit Kaur

RSV Vaccines Work, But Older Malaysians Are Being Left Behind — Dr Musa Mohd Nordin & Dr Ahmad Faizal Mohd Perdaus

Facing The Silver Tsunami: Why Malaysia Must Overhaul Its Aged Care Infrastructure — Dr Rajeentheran Suntheralingam

Predatory Audiology Practices Fuel Malaysia’s Dementia Crisis — Dr Bryan Kek

Only 15% Of Malaysian Seniors Ageing Well, Dementia Rate Up: NHMS 2025

The Grey Wave Is Here. Our Policies Are Not Ready

Fit To Work Until 65? Reforming The Retirement Age Policy — Muhammad Hafeez Basri

Preventing Dementia: The Role of Lifestyle, Diet, And Community-Based Interventions

Do Anti-Ageing Treatments Actually Work?

Improve Flu Vaccine Supply To Private Facilities — Malaysian Medical Association

Sunway Medical Centre Named Malaysia’s No 1 In Paediatrics In Newsweek’s World’s Best Specialised Hospitals 2027

Unimas Defends Internal Medicine Programme Amid Lack Of Protected Time

Taiping Hospital Medical Officers Still Awaiting Promotions Due Last Year

Doctor No-Shows For Permanent Posts Hit Sabah, Sarawak

Restore Jury System In Malaysia For Capital Offences