Abstract Planetary Health is an emerging interdisciplinary field that recognises the deep interconnection between human health and the health of the Earth’s natural systems. Coined by the Rockefeller Foundation–Lancet Commission in 2015, it expands the focus of health beyond traditional biomedical and social determinants to include ecological boundaries and environmental integrity. In this presentation, we…
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To the One Who Walks After Me – A Reminder from a Lonely Shepherd
Dear successor, take this post with honour in your stride,But know this seat holds not just title, it bears the weight inside.You will walk between the mountain peaks and valleys deep and wide,A shepherd of a scattered flock, with few to walk beside. They will speak of vision, grand and vast, of goals that must…
Why Vaping Is More Dangerous Than Cigarette Smoking And Why We Must Act Now
Introduction Vaping was once promoted as a safer alternative to smoking. However, emerging evidence indicates that electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) may pose equal or even greater health risks compared to traditional cigarettes, particularly among youth. Unlike conventional tobacco products, vape liquids often contain a complex mix of chemicals, heavy metals, and flavouring agents that can bypass…
Separating Prescriptions and Medicines: Can It Reduce Healthcare Costs?
Healthcare costs in Malaysia are rising, and one of the main reasons is the high price of medicines. A policy that is often discussed as a possible solution is dispensing separation (DS). This means doctors will only diagnose and prescribe medicines, while pharmacists will be the ones to supply the medicines. Right now in Malaysia,…