Malaysia has highest rate of diabetes in Asia

Malaysia has the highest rate of diabetes in Asia and one of the highest in the world, probably next to Saudi Arabia, said the National Diabetes Institute (Nadi) executive chairman, Datuk Dr Mustaffa Embong. He said there are about 2.5 million adults with diabetes in Malaysia, those aged 18 and above. “According to Nadi records, … Continue reading Malaysia has highest rate of diabetes in Asia

An Introduction To Critical Illness Insurance

Medical costs have been on an upward spiral for a long time, especially now that the Malaysian government has allowed medical and dental practitioners to hike their professional fees up to 14.4%. On top of that, the estimated medical inflation of 10-15% annually means treatment costs will only escalate even higher. Sure, money tucked away in … Continue reading An Introduction To Critical Illness Insurance

Manglish in classrooms! Can speak meh?

Malaysian English is different. Very different! “Can speak meh!” “Can can.”Hi guys, learning to speak fluently in English in a Malaysian context isn’t that difficult. However listening to such expressions will make you feel you are at home in a way. Teaching in Malaysian schools definitely provides you ample opportunities to listen to Manglish conversations. … Continue reading Manglish in classrooms! Can speak meh?