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Bixonimania: The fake disease AI believed in 

A Swedish researcher decided to see if generative AI would accept the made-up eye condition she invented as real.

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Should we implement DRGs in Malaysia?

The pros and cons of diagnosis-related groups (DRGs), as well as other countries' experiences with it, are laid out.

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What are DRGs, or diagnosis-related groups?

DRGs have been highlighted as a way of managing rising medical costs in Malaysia.

Wellness

From the Vault: Watch out for signs that it's getting too hot for your body

Intense heat can overcome our body's ability to maintain a normal temperature, resulting in a number of illnesses.

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Getting serious about ending tuberculosis

Tuberculosis resurfaced into the national spotlight recently with a sudden resurgence of cases early this year.

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Best diet for your heart: Low carb or low fat?

A large study looks into whether it is less carbohydrates or less fats in your diet that really keeps your heart healthy.

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Making the case for expanding newborn screening in Malaysia

The availability of more affordable genetic testing allows us to screen newborns for more treatable inherited and congenital conditions.

Wellness

Changing the approach to eliminate cervical cancer 

Combining HPV screening with gender-neutral vaccination could be the key to getting rid of this cancer.

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Learning healthy ageing from the Blue Zones

These areas where many residents live healthily to a ripe old age could offer the rest of us lessons in achieving the same.

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Understanding GLP-1 drugs, those popular weight-loss medications

The class of drugs known as GLP-1 receptor agonists have become renowned for their effects in helping weight loss.

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What Malaysia needs to tackle for healthcare in 2026

There remain many areas of healthcare that require our urgent attention in this coming year. 

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Those who led during the Covid-19 pandemic

During the pandemic, some stepped up to lead the way, while some didn't even follow the rules.

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