The Star Online: Metro: South & East
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| Posted: 01 Aug 2011 04:18 AM PDT JOHOR BARU: It is high time for Malaysia to have a body or a non-governmental organisation (NGO) dedicated to raising awareness regarding Hepatitis B and C, just like the Malaysian AIDS Council. Johor Specialist Hospital consultant gastroenterologist (digestive system specialist) Dr Abraham Mathew George said awareness about the disease among Malaysians was still low. "Personally, I would put general awareness of the disease at only about 30% as many still do not realise the seriousness of Hepatitis B and C," he said after delivering a speech at a public forum in conjunction with the World Hepatitis Day. According to him, about 1.5 million Malaysians have Hepatitis B or C, but many were not aware that they were affected because the symptoms were not obvious. "The symptoms, which may include fatigue, nausea and jaundice among others, may not be immediately obvious, but if not treated could lead to liver cirrhosis or liver cancer," he said. Dr Abraham added that while both viruses could be spread through blood transfusion, they could also be spread from a mother to an infant during childbirth, or exposure to contaminated blood from needles or razors. "Currently vaccination is available for Hepatitis B only, but treatment can only control it whereas Hepatitis C can often be cured," he said, adding the best way for the public to ensure that they were safe from the two illnesses was to go for full medical checks regularly. Meanwhile, clerk Chan Fong Wei, 45, said that she found the talk to be clear, easy to understand and informative. She also revealed that she conducted a blood test during the forum, and would take the necessary action when she received the results, also encouraging her family members and friends to go for medical tests as well. Another participant, engineer N Ganesh, 38, said that the forum was good because it helped to create more awareness about the diseases. "I was diagnosed with Hepatitis C two years ago, and when I found out I became more careful to ensure that I wouldn't spread the disease to other members of my family," he said adding that he had been cured of the disease after undergoing treatment for it. Full Feed Generated by Get Full RSS, sponsored by Used Car Search. |
| Posted: 01 Aug 2011 04:16 AM PDT ANNIVERSARY GIFT Lee Biscuits Pte Ltd is celebrating their 77th anniversary with a RM15 limited edition gift pack as a gesture of appreciation for the continuous support from their loyal customers. Those interested can get their hands on the gift pack can call 07-6868 333. CHANGE OF NUMBER The Muar Inland Revenue Department at Sungai Abong here has changed its telephone number from 06-9527000 to 06-9563100, beginning June 1. HANDICRAFT'S LURE Looking for unique and beautifully carved wooden and traditional batek and ceramic products for souvenirs or home decoration? Check out the Pahang Handicraft Corporation complex at Kampung Pandan II, Kuantan-Terengganu bypass. Opens from Monday to Friday, 8am- 5pm. For details, call 09-538 5677. ZERO WASTE ZONE Kuantan Municipal Council (MPK) had launched the Zero Waste Zone 2011 and it is MPK's aspiration to ensure that Kuantan Town Centre becomes a zero waste zone from Jalan Tanah Putih in front of Giant Hypermarket to Teluk Cempedak. For details, call 09-5121 555/666 or log on to their website at www.mpk.gov.my CANCER COUNSELLING Mahkota Medical Centre will be providing comprehensive cancer counselling services for free to the public, in collaboration with Malacca Cancer Society, every Friday from 4-6pm at No.76, Jalan Taman Melaka Raya 25, Taman Melaka Raya, Malacca. For details, call 06-285 2931 (Dr Sanjeev), 06-285 2975 (Dr Jayendran) or 06-285 0988 (Michaelina/Koh). BALLROOM DANCE CLASS A beginner's ballroom dancing class for cancer survivors, family, friends and caretakers is held every Thursday from 11am-noon at a monthly fee of RM10 at Malacca Cancer Society's Oasis centre. Conversational Mandarin class is held every Tuesday from 12pm to 3pm at a monthly fee of RM20. For details, call 06-283 0988 (Oasis). VOLUNTEERS NEEDED National Stroke Association of Malaysia (Nasam) Kuantan branch is looking for volunteers to help rehabilitate stroke victims. Nasam, a non-profit organisation, will provide training. For details, call 09-566 8195 or 019-951 0012 (Chua). ITEMS FOR RECYCLING Taiwan Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation Malaysia Kuantan branch welcomes used items such as metal containers, aluminium cans, glass and plastic bottles and clothing at its recycling centre. The centre is open every Sunday from 9am to noon. For details, call 09-517 2969 / 061. MUSIC CLASSES The YWCA of Malacca is holding music classes at their premise in Taman Aman, Ujong Pasir. Learn to play the guitar, keyboard or drums every Monday to Friday from 10am to 5pm. For details, call 016-6303 447 (Carole). JAZZ DANCE Johor Baru Chinese Association holds jazz dance classes on Mondays from 11am-12pm. For details, call 07-278 8999. BREST CANCER COUNSELLING Former nurse Tey Siew Kuan offers counselling for breast cancer survivors every Wednesday from 10am to 2pm at the Malacca Cancer Society's Oasis Centre in No. 76, Jalan Melaka Raya, Taman Melaka Raya. For details, call 06-283 0988 (Oasis) or 012-399 7176 (Koh). CENTRE RELOCATION The Salvation Army's Hopehaven Centre for Special Children in Malacca has been relocated to its former premises at No.321, Jalan Parameswara (opposite Banda Hilir jail). For details, call 06-288 2693 / 283 2101 (Sarala Gopi). Full Feed Generated by Get Full RSS, sponsored by Used Car Search. |
| Posted: 01 Aug 2011 04:14 AM PDT Mayor urges Ramadan traders to follow council's cleanliness guidelines JOHOR BARU: A total of 1,430 trading lots in 42 locations have been identified by the Johor Baru City Council (MBJB) for the Ramadan month. Mayor Mohd Jaafar Awang said the lots could accommodate 1,227 traders in the locations which included Bukit Kempas, Permas Jaya, Kampung Majidee, Taman Dahlia and the biggest bazaar would be at Bandar Baru Uda. He urged traders to adhere to hygiene and cleanliness guidelines set up by the council, especially to use proper utensils when handling food sold at the bazaars. "All operators handling food should wear proper headgear or hair nets, aprons and must get Typhoid (Ty 2) vaccination and food served must be covered properly," he said during the recent full council meeting at the MBJB building here. He added the council placed importance with regards to hygiene of operators to ensure that there was no food poisoning or contamination reported to the council during the fasting month. On another matter, he also urged all pet owners not to let their pets roam free without supervision or a leash to prevent unnecessary accidents from occurring. Mayor Mohd Jaafar Awang said that pet owners, especially those who reared dogs for safety purposes should be responsible and tactful in managing their pets' safety, having cognisance of the safety of members of the public. "It is a concern especially after recent news of dog attacks which have created fear in people's minds," he said. He added the council received 183 complaints about stray dogs from January to June this year, which was an increase compared to the 131 complaints received in 2010. "We want to encourage dog owners not to leave their pets unattended or to allow them to be thought of as strays," he said. He said the city council also saw a rise in complaints received about rubbish and waste within its jurisdiction. "Between January and June this year, 411 complaints were lodged regarding poor rubbish management as well as cleanliness management," he said, adding that the number of complaints received this year was a huge increase compared to the 664 complaints received in 2010. Mohd Jaafar said that despite the council's efforts to curb the accumulated rubbish in its areas, the number of complaints regarding the matter is increasing. The amount of rubbish collected everyday was about 1,500 metric tonnes, he said. "I would like to tell the public that although the council is playing its part in keeping the city clean, it is also everyone's responsibility to reduce domestic waste and maintain the cleanliness of the city," he said. Mohd Jaafar also announced his retirement from his post on Aug 7 after serving the government for the past 33 years and six months. Full Feed Generated by Get Full RSS, sponsored by Used Car Search. |
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