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A Decade Too Soon: Uniting Tawhid and Public Health for Malaysia’s Future
Jamalludin Ab Rahman Malaysia is facing a silent but accelerating epidemic. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is not only the leading cause of death in the country, but it is also affecting Malaysians a decade earlier than in advanced nations (APAC CVD Alliance, 2024). Nearly one in four CVD patients was under the age of 50 in…
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The Triple Burden of Disease in Malaysia
Malaysia faces a significant public health challenge known as the triple burden of disease, encompassing non-communicable diseases (NCDs), infectious diseases, and the health implications of an ageing population. These interconnected challenges are further compounded by environmental and planetary health issues, requiring a comprehensive and integrated approach. Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) NCDs, including cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancers,…