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02 CONTENTS The HEALTH | May-June. 2025

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P04-05 | Local News
• ENDD campaign launched
• New cardiac initiative in Selangor
P06-07 | Foreign News
• Funding global health
• Spotlighting health tourism
P08-09 | Cover Story Safeguarding the future of medical devices The MDA has enhanced regulatory efficiency through MEDCAST 3.0, a fully digital system that incorporates artificial intelligence, autorenewals, and chatbot support
P10 AI meets radiology AI-powered service designed to accelerate cancer detection and treatment using medical imaging in the UK ' s National Health Service( NHS)
P12 Connections and innovations JJI Symposium addresses rising concerns of digital eye strain with innovative solutions
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P13 Embracing digital eye care Digital eye strain has risen to over 60 per cent post-pandemic, requiring immediate attention
P14-15 Together for tomorrow Ongoing education is essential for improving patient care and practice standards
P16 Future of vision care Educating ECPs about addressing digital eye strain due to increased device usage
P17 Flexible learning for ECPs JNJVISIONPRO launched to enhance education for ECPs with flexible, self-paced learning
P18 Surge in HFMD Cases Explore the heightened vulnerability of children under five to HFMD and the importance of vigilant health monitoring
P19 Malaysia ' s youth at risk E-cigarette use in Malaysia has risen dramatically, with a concerning increase among teenage girls
P20-21 Prescription for the future The EU-ASEAN Health Summit 2025 spotlights the challenges posed by ageing populations and non-communicable disease( NCDs)
P22-23 Financing a healthier future SEACare 2025 gathered regional health leaders to discuss sustainable healthcare financing amid rising costs and system inefficiencies
P24 Choking: The silent killer Choking episodes among children are increasing, often involving both food and household items