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THE HEALTH | OCTOBER , 2022

TheTeam

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CONTENTS

p04-06 Local News
• Hartalega diversifies to reduce risks
• Kerry ' s new RM15.89m site in Malaysia
• Intervenn Biosciences makes Malaysia regional hub
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Budget 2023 What ’ s in store for health ?
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Important to address digital eye strain Digital device users are vulnerable to vision-related problems due to the high visual demands of computers and other digital screens
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Effects of increased screen time Early detection of digital eye strain symptoms is essential in preventing adverse effects on quality of life
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MultiMedia

Maez Kong Mei Sim
p08-09 Cover Story Raising awareness on eye health and care Misconceptions about deteriorating vision are worrying and can lead to severe implications , including causing blindness
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Reducing the impact of digital devices We can take various measures to care better for our eye health by managing digital eye strain
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A platform for professional service Optometrists want to be a means where the public can refer to and obtain factual information from eye care professionals .
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Facilitating regulation of the optometry profession The optometry profession and practice must be recognised as a professional health and clinical service to ensure best practices
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Diagnosing and treating strained eyes Digital eye strain can cause dry eyes and headaches so seek the best way to prevent and treat it
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The art of sculpting the human body There ’ s a lot of science involved in practising correct gym workouts to achieve a specific type of physique while preventing unwanted injuries .