Kidney disease often detected too late as early stages show no symptoms, says Nephrologist

KUALA LUMPUR: Chronic kidney disease (CKD), often described as a "quiet disease”, progresses silently and is frequently detected only after significant kidney damage has occurred, prompting experts to urge women to prioritise early screening. Consultant Nephrologist and Kidney Transplantation Physician at Sunway Medical Centre (SMC), Sunway City, Dr Rosnawati Yahya said many patients only discover their condition...

Gunung Ledang National Park closed temporarily due to leptospirosis cases

TANGKAK: The Gunung Ledang National Park has been ordered to close for two weeks following reports of leptospirosis cases in the district. According to the Johor National Parks Corporation, the national park and the Gunung Ledang waterfall are closed to the public from June 27 until July 10. "The closure was due to reports of leptospirosis cases...