MELAKA, July 13 — A black stool can mean nothing at all, or it can be the body’s first warning sign of life-threatening internal bleeding from the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The difference, according to Dr Quek Yeow Ling, Consultant General Surgeon at Oriental Melaka Straits Medical Centre, comes down to colour, texture, smell and what else …
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Why Can’t I Sleep? Tips for Better Rest We often think of sleep as simply “switching off” after a long day. But behind your closed eyes, your brain and body are actually hard at work. Sleep is not passive; it is one of the most important things your body does every single day, as we …
Robotic-Assisted Total Knee Replacement Surgery Enjoy Life. Move with Ease Single Knee from RM35,000* *Exclusive for the First 50 Patients (insurance & cash payers). BONUS FOR CASH-PAYING PATIENTS Be within the first 50 patients (inclusive of insurance & cash payers) and pay in cash to receive an additional RM2,000 instant discount! Inclusions Exclusions Why Robotic-Assisted …
Baby Vaccination Package Valid until 31 May 2027 Package A – RM1628 4 Doses of Hexavalent Vaccine– Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, Hepatitis B, Polio and Hib Infections2 Doses of MMR– Measles, Mumps, Rubella3 Doses of Pneumococcal Vaccine– 15-Valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine Package B – RM1888 4 Doses of Hexavalent Vaccine– Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, Hepatitis B, Polio …
MELAKA, June 10 — Atrial fibrillation (AF), a common heart rhythm disorder that often develops without any clear symptoms, is behind up to a quarter of all strokes in Malaysia, making early detection crucial in preventing serious health complications. According to findings from the Framingham Study, AF contributes to between 20 and 30 per cent of …
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Irregular Periods – Normal or a Sign of a Health Problem? Every woman experiences her menstrual cycle differently. Some have regular periods that arrive on time every month, while others may experience irregular cycles or even missed periods from time to time. Although irregular periods are often considered common, they can sometimes be a sign …
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Melaka Straits Medical Centre Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Oriental Holdings Berhad, formalised a joint venture with Ideal Hasrat Bumiraya Sdn Bhd, part of Ideal Property Group on 28 May 2026, for the proposed development of a tertiary medical centre, named Ideal Oriental Medical Centre, to be undertaken by Star Hill City (M) Sdn Bhd. …
The Impact of Air Pollution and Allergies on the Nose, Sinuses and Throat in Urban Areas As an ENT specialist, I encounter numerous patients daily suffering from nose, sinus and throat issues linked to poor air quality, particularly in urban settings. These patients often present with recurring symptoms like blocked noses, frequent sneezing, dry throats …
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It Is Not Okay To Neglect The Baby Tooth It is crucial to maintain primary teeth through regular oral hygiene practices, including brushing, flossing, and dental check-ups. It is not uncommon that parents often neglect the care of primary teeth in their children. Primary teeth are often taught to be a “trial” set of teeth …
MELAKA, May 2 — Knee replacement surgery is often associated with concerns about post-operative pain, infection, recovery time, and implant longevity. Despite these fears, surgical procedures in Malaysia have advanced significantly from conventional to computer-assisted and the latest robotic-assisted surgery, providing greater precision, safer and cost-effective over time. Oriental Melaka Straits Medical Centre (OMSMC) has …
Robotic-Assisted Knee Surgery Offers Greater Precision and Faster Recovery Read More »
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