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The HEALTH | July-August. 2026

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P04-05 | Local News
• Chronic care urged
• ACUVUE ® OASYS MAX arrives nationwide
P06-07 | Foreign News
• Stem cell milestone
• Medtech growth accelerates
P08-09 | Cover Story The changing face of heart disease Malaysians are experiencing cardiovascular disease at comparatively young ages, making early awareness increasingly important
SMART PARTNERSHIP
P10 When eyelids droop Droopy eyelids are not always a cosmetic issue and may indicate an underlying medical condition requiring professional assessment.
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P12 Innovation with purpose True innovation delivers meaningful clinical benefits that improve comfort, vision quality and patients ' everyday lives.
P13 Keeping practitioners ahead Continuous innovation is helping practitioners meet evolving patient expectations with greater confidence and improved clinical solutions.
P14-15 The MAX experience Real-world testing allowed eye care professionals to evaluate the lenses in everyday settings before sharing honest feedback.
P16-17 Unpacking healthcare cost Rising healthcare costs are exposing weaknesses across Malaysia ' s private medical system.
P18 The athlete behind the surgeon First-hand experience allows surgeons to better understand injury mechanisms, athletic movement, and the functional demands of different sports.