THE HEALTH | NOVEMBER , 2022

SEERS Bhd , a listed company anchored in producing innovative technology in the health and environmental sector , is expanding its series of health hubs nationwide .

Aiming to expand its brand presence further and increase accessibility to its health hubs , SEERS is looking to establish over 15 clinics and wellness centres , including three in Sibu , Kuching and Miri , by the end of 2022 .

The company will introduce its range of medical devices , designed to promote natural wound healing , and recovery from Covid-19 and other illnesses , such as diabetes , stroke and cancer . Utilising state-of-the-art , non-invasive medical technologies , SEERS is actively looking to encourage the use and growth of natural healing treatment .

“ Spurred on by the pandemic and the recent rise in viruses globally , the relationship between consumers and healthcare providers has evolved tremendously . People are now prioritising their well-being and proactively taking care of their health . To better educate people about the art of natural healing , we are looking to establish a nationwide chain of wellness centres and clinics to provide trusted and technologically-driven natural

THE FINANCIAL burden and ineffective treatment represent Malaysia ’ s most significant challenges in treating psoriasis . Findings from the “ Psoriasis Patient Access Education Survey ”, conducted in August 2022 by an international joint survey on psoriasis patients in Korea , Hong Kong and Malaysia , revealed that 53 per cent of respondents in Malaysia identified financial burden , followed by ineffective treatment ( 49 per cent ) and inconvenient / unacceptable waiting time to see a healthcare provider ( 39 per cent ) as key challenges .

According to Psoriasis Association of Malaysia ( PAM ) President Major ( Rtd ) Eugene Cross : “ The patient survey findings are in line with the feedback we receive from our members . Among our members who have been affected seriously with widespread skin lesions or autoimmune arthritis symptoms - a category of medicine called biologics can provide adequate relief for the majority . However , this therapy is not a cure ; patients need ongoing treatment . Moreover , biologics treatment is costly - estimated to vary between RM30,000 and RM50,000 annually .”

The continued failure to address these funding and regulatory issues has resulted in a lower proportion

healing solutions ,” said Dato Dr Ken Foo , Chairman of SEERS in a recent statement .

Driven by consumer interest and demand , the wellness industry is valued at US $ 4.5 trillion and is expected to grow exponentially . “ With the rising interest and responsibility in taking care of one ’ s own health , it is vital that we educate people on how they can do this safely and effectively .

“ As such , we are actively looking to launch our centres nationwide . This diversification in location is in line with our belief that everyone should have access and the opportunity to lead healthier lives ,” Dr Foo added .

With a mission to provide people with a one-stop healthcare centre , SEERS ’ technology features a wide array of medical devices that leverages on antioxidants and

of Malaysian patients ( 14 per cent ) receiving the latest treatment compared to their counterparts in Korea ( 37 per cent ) and Hong Kong ( 55 per cent ).

The findings of this patient survey were released in conjunction with the World Psoriasis Day ( WPD ) celebration in Malaysia on Oct 30 , 2022 .

Psoriasis is a debilitating autoimmune and chronic inflammatory disease affecting the skin and joints . In Malaysia , about 23,800 patients with psoriasis were recorded in the National Registry from October 2007 – December 2019 , although it is broadly estimated that the disease affects around 300,000 Malaysians . This year ’ s WPD theme is “ United We Tackle Mental Health ” since mental health is increasingly recognised as a significant part of hydrogen molecules , compounds naturally produced in the body to fight toxins . More than using technology to stimulate these clinically proven compounds to fight off free radicals and rejuvenate people , SEERS seeks to further educate health enthusiasts through its health screening services , professional consultation and treatments .

In line with its mission to integrate natural healing and technology , SEERS has also deployed its medical devices to over 10 countries in the Asia Pacific region , India and the United Arab Emirates ( UAE ) market , to fight against the Covid-19 pandemic . Providing a onestop centre for pain intervention as well as wound healing , SEERS also offers counselling , a recovery roadmap , and prehospital assessment and guidance .

living with psoriatic disease .

“ The public may not realise that many psoriasis patients are not only affected physically , but emotional scarring is also common among patients . Combining the mental health and financial aspect with the physical symptoms all add up to a patient ’ s heavy burden .

“ Much needs to be done for psoriasis patients in Malaysia . PAM hopes to continue finding long-term solutions with the relevant health players to address the plight of psoriasis patients in our country ,” said Dr K Thiruchelvam , Deputy President of PAM .

Several activities were organised- including a fashion show , photography exhibition and skin clinics – to highlight public awareness of this skin condition . The event was supported by a number of organisations , including Boehringer-Ingelheim , Novartis , AbbVie , Leo Pharma , Johnson and Johnson , Fresenius Kabi , Suu Balm , MooGoo , Hospital Kuala Lumpur , Hospital Ampang , MACP , RPM , PPM .

AURELIUS HEALTHCARE , the healthcare group behind Aurelius Hospital Nilai and Aurelius Hospital Alor Setar ( scheduled to operate in Q4 2023 ), is launching the # HuntThatLump campaign to raise awareness around breast and prostate cancer .

Working with local clinics and general practitioners in Nilai and Seremban , Aurelius Healthcare aims to be the first healthcare group in Malaysia to educate 10,000 participants on how to perform breast self-examinations ( BSE ) accurately and independently .

According to the National Strategic Plan for Cancer Control Programme ( NSPCCP ) 2021-2025 , Malaysia has seen an increase of 11 per cent in the number of cancer cases reported between 2007-2011 and 2012- 2016 . In the report , breast and prostate cancer was highlighted as the top10 most common cancers in the country .

With early diagnosis as the most important factor in increasing one ’ s survival rate , Aurelius Healthcare has lined up a series of educational activities for its campaign themed # HuntThatLump .

Dr Jenson Sow Wen Jen , Resident Consultant Oncologist at Aurelius Hospital Nilai said : “ Breast and prostate cancer is often detected only at a later stage . A late detection in cancer leads to a delay in treatment and chances of survival .

Through our campaign , we hope to promote a health-literate community around common cancers in Malaysia . We want to encourage Malaysians to be more health-conscious and actively take actions , as simple as knowing how to perform breast selfexamination , to be in control of their health .”

This also marks the second year that Aurelius Hospital Nilai is partnering with Lembaga Penduduk dan Pembangunan Keluarga Negara ( LPPKN ) to provide 300 free mammograms to the public at Aurelius Hospital Nilai . The hospital is also supporting Power House Wanita Gemilang , an initiative under the Negeri Sembilan state by providing educational sessions to its members .

Dato ’ Amir Firdaus Abdullah ( pic ), Group Managing Director and Chairman at Aurelius Healthcare , said : “ Our main goal at Aurelius is always about elevating the healthcare standards in Malaysia and putting the community at the centre of our initiatives .

“ Through the # HuntThatLump campaign , we want to educate more Malaysians to be equipped with greater awareness and knowledge towards breast and prostate cancer . We are also working closely with our partners in rolling out different initiatives that are set to be beneficial for the public . We ’ re committed to supporting the government ’ s initiatives in the healthcare sector and look forward to forming more public-private partnerships in the future .” – The Health