A5017790621- Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
- Health and Wellbeing Research
- Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins
- Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology
- Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology
- Climate Change and Health Impacts
- Chronic Disease Management Strategies
- Diabetes Management and Education
- Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies
- Leptospirosis research and findings
- Health Promotion and Cardiovascular Prevention
- Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia detection and treatment
- Genetic Associations and Epidemiology
- COVID-19 epidemiological studies
- Mobile Health and mHealth Applications
- Cardiac Health and Mental Health
- Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development
- Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
- COVID-19 Clinical Research Studies
- Attachment and Relationship Dynamics
- Smoking Behavior and Cessation
- Behavioral Health and Interventions
- Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
- Malaria Research and Control
- Health and Well-being Studies
National University of Malaysia
2015-2025
University Kebangsaan Malaysia Medical Centre
2015-2024
Ministry of Health
2020-2024
Hospital Kuala Lumpur
2023
Universiti Malaysia Kelantan
2021
National Institutes of Biotechnology Malaysia
2016
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
1989
Background: Waist circumference (WC) is an accurate and simple measure of abdominal obesity as compared to waist-hip ratio (WHR). The aim this study was determine the correlation between body mass index (BMI) with WC WHR suggest cutoff points for among Rural Malaysian adults. Methods: A cross-sectional conducted 669 respondents from three villages in Tanjung Karang, located district Kuala Selangor. Data collection carried out by guided questionnaires anthropometric measures. Results:...
We determined the effectiveness of a multi-strain probiotic (Hexbio®) containing microbial cell preparation MCP®BCMC® on constipation symptoms and gut motility in PD patients with constipation.PD (ROME III criteria) were randomized to receive (Lactobacillus sp Bifidobacterium at 30 X 109 CFU) fructo-oligosaccaride or placebo (fermented milk) twice daily for 8 weeks. Primary outcomes changes presence using 9 items Garrigues Questionnaire (GQ), which included an item bowel opening frequency....
Severe floods increase the risk of leptospirosis outbreaks in endemic areas. This study determines spatial-temporal distribution relation to environmental factors after a major flooding event Kelantan, Malaysia. We conducted an observational ecological involving incident cases, from 3 months before, during, and three flood, reference severe 2014 Kelantan event. Geographical information system was used determine spatial while climatic that influenced cases were also analyzed. A total 1,229...
Abstract Background Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) will be a major cause of death worldwide by 2023. One effective strategy for preventing and managing NCDs is the implementation health-promoting lifestyle intervention programs. Self-efficacy key factor associated with adoption practices. This review aims to examine role self-efficacy in fostering lifestyles among patients NCDs. Method A literature search was conducted across three scientific databases — Scopus, PubMed, Web Science...
Background The burden of type 2 diabetes is increasing globally. Risk perception plays an important role in motivating adoption healthy lifestyle and preventive health interventions. To address the Malaysia, a better understanding on its risk needed as guide for This study was aimed at developing validating Malay-language questionnaire to assess (RPDM) among Malaysians. Methods developed based Health Belief Model previous literature. A 59-item question pool initially developed, reviewed by...
Background Postpartum depression remains a significant concern, posing substantial challenges to maternal well-being, infant health, and the mother-infant bond, particularly in face of barriers traditional support interventions. Previous studies have shown that mobile health (mHealth) interventions offer an accessible means facilitate early detection management mental issues while at same time promoting preventive care. Objective This study aims evaluate effectiveness Leveraging on Virtual...
Introduction and aim Vitamin D deficiency insufficiency are widely recognized as significant concerns among individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Adequate sunlight exposure is essential for synthesizing vitamin D, yet Malaysia, despite its tropical climate, faces a high prevalence of insufficiency. This study aimed to determine the their relationship sun T2DM patients in Southern Malaysia. Methodology A cross-sectional was conducted 330 Johor, southern region blood sample 3 mL...
University students’ well-being has received significant attention following the COVID-19 pandemic. More online learning and a surge in social media use have triggered concern about their well-being, coping styles, addiction. This study assessed undergraduate university its association with personal characteristics, styles An cross-sectional was conducted among students from July 2022 to September utilising self-administered questionnaire that involved respondents’ information, World Health...
Introduction Patient satisfaction is widely used to measure quality of healthcare by identifying potential areas for improvement. Aim study assess patient towards pharmacy services and its associated factors using newly developed questionnaire among outpatients attending public health clinics. Materials methods Public Health Clinic Satisfaction Questionnaire (PHC-PSQ) was exploratory factor analysis Cronbach’s α. A cross-sectional conducted 400 patients visiting the in three randomly...
There is an increasing prevalence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in Malaysia, hence identifying factors associated with the early stage CKD crucial for preventive measures. This study investigated association between various and their interaction a multi-ethnic Malaysian cohort. A nested case-control analysis was conducted on 3160 eligible participants renal profile data from The Cohort project. status determined by estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) using Chronic Kidney Disease...
The burden of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) has increased globally and a significant number Malaysian women are being affected by this disease. Self-care plays vital role in improving glycemic control preventing complications. However, with diabetes face barriers to practising good self-care. This study aimed determine factors associated self-care T2DM: social strain, psychological resources (problem-focused coping support) perception as priority. A cross-sectional was conducted among T2DM...
Patients with Parkinson's disease (PD) are at a higher risk of hospital admissions compared to the general population. We studied causes and factors associated among patients PD over 6 years.We included all between 1 January 2016 31 December 2021. Other parkinsonism were excluded. Causes divided into PD-related (direct or indirect) non-PD-related. The type admission was categorized emergency elective.We identified 605 (259 PD); 345 (57.0%) 260 (43%) Emergency contributed 50.4% admissions,...