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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BEV Battery Consumption Efficiency
Model Brand Battery Size (kWh) Energy Consumption (kWh/100 km) Neta V Neta 38.54 10.1 Proton eMAS 7 Prime Proton 49.52 11.0 Proton eMAS 7 Premium Proton 60.22 11.5 GAC Aion Y Plus (Standard Range) GAC 63.2 12.9 GAC Aion Y Plus (Extended Range) GAC 68.3 13.2 BYD Dolphin BYD 44.9 13.8 Xpeng G6 Xpeng 66…
Proposed Tawhidic Epistemology Principles in IIUM Medical Curriculum
The proposed Tawhidic Epistemology (TE) framework provides a holistic and integrated approach to education, ensuring that knowledge acquisition, application, and dissemination align with Islamic values, ethics, and social responsibility. Rooted in the concept of Tawhid (Divine Unity), TE emphasises the harmonisation of revealed (naqli) and rational (aqli) knowledge, fostering an educational system that not only produces competent professionals but also…
The Silent Weight
They turn to me with hopeful eyes,Believing I hold the answers wise.From halls of knowledge to matters of gold,From guiding the young to fulfilling the old. A leader, they say, must always stand,With strength unshaken, a steady hand.No room for weakness, no time to break,Yet how much more can this heart take? The burdens rise,…
A Medical Lecturer in Kulliyyah of Medicine
The biggest difference between being a medical lecturer and any other role is the student. Without students, there is no IIUM, no Kulliyyah of Medicine, and no SASMEC. Our purpose as medical lecturers is not just to teach medicine but to shape the next generation of doctors, not just in competence but in character, not…
The Men Who Rule The World
The earth was vast, a trust so grand, A gift placed gently in man’s hand. Yet voices rose in solemn tone, Will he not spill, will he not fight? Will greed not drown the world in blight? But wisdom reigns beyond the sight, A plan concealed in perfect light. For man was shaped with mind…
To my young doctors
(Drafted officiating speech for my session during MMA Pahang meet & greet to all medical students in Pahang) Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh, and a very good day to all of you. It is truly an honour to be here with all of you, the future doctors of our nation. You are standing on the brink of…
Children and Adolescents of the Future
The unpredictable future, shaped by a myriad of global challenges, has profound implications for child and adolescent health. The COVID-19 pandemic has not only exposed vulnerabilities in health systems but has also disrupted education and altered social norms, creating a cascade of effects that disproportionately impact younger populations. This disruption is compounded by ongoing issues…
Medical profession in Malaysia – Do something before it is too late.
The medical profession has long been regarded as a noble calling, one that embodies sacrifice, dedication, and a steadfast commitment to saving lives. Doctors have traditionally been seen as compassionate individuals who are willing to dedicate themselves fully to the well-being of their patients. The journey to becoming a doctor is rigorous and demanding, requiring…
Microplastics in Food and Potential Health Implications
Recent studies have highlighted the pervasive presence of microplastics in various food items, raising significant concerns regarding human health and environmental safety. Among the foods identified with the highest levels of microplastics are seafood, honey, beer, and certain fruits and vegetables. The contamination of these food items is primarily attributed to environmental pollution and the…