![In Gaza, hospital procedures without anaesthetics prompted screams, prayers In Gaza, hospital procedures without anaesthetics prompted screams, prayers](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/71699603728_tbPalestiniangirl.jpg)
In Gaza, hospital procedures without anaesthetics prompted screams, prayers
Dr Mohammad Zaqout said that staff did their best to alleviate patients' pain with other, weaker medications, but this was inadequate.
Fri Nov 10 2023
![Understanding Vertigo - Exploring the causes Understanding Vertigo - Exploring the causes](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/61686117671_vertigo.jpg)
Understanding Vertigo - Exploring the causes
Vertigo can be caused by a variety of conditions, such as inner ear problems, head injuries and even certain medications.
Wed Jun 07 2023
![Medicine shortage not due to panic buying - Khairy Medicine shortage not due to panic buying - Khairy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-06/41654758622_TBKhairyJamaluddin.jpg)
Medicine shortage not due to panic buying - Khairy
Khairy said there is high demand for certain medications following the spread of the Omicron variant and the rising cases of the HFMD.
Thu Jun 09 2022
![Four decades on, where's the HIV vaccine? Four decades on, where's the HIV vaccine?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-06/51623120195_VACCINE.jpg)
Four decades on, where's the HIV vaccine?
More people than ever now have access to medications called antiretroviral therapy.
Tue Jun 08 2021
![Time to dismiss 'prescription drugs can cause kidney problems' myth Time to dismiss 'prescription drugs can cause kidney problems' myth](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2018-06/51529135178_Pills.jpg)
Time to dismiss 'prescription drugs can cause kidney problems' myth
Dr Wan Ahmad Syahril said it was a public misunderstanding in linking taking medications to kidney damage.
Mon Mar 08 2021
![ASEAN-US need to enhance cooperation in vaccine R&D - Hishammuddin ASEAN-US need to enhance cooperation in vaccine R&D - Hishammuddin](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-11/71604995210_ASEANHishammuddin.jpg)
ASEAN-US need to enhance cooperation in vaccine R&D - Hishammuddin
ASEAN and the US need to enhance cooperation in the field of research and development of vaccines and anti-viral medications as the call for vaccines and treatments is now louder than ever.
Sat Nov 14 2020
![Muhyiddin wants NAM to help smaller nations in war against COVID-19 Muhyiddin wants NAM to help smaller nations in war against COVID-19](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-05/61588609612_MuhyiddinYassin.jpg)
Muhyiddin wants NAM to help smaller nations in war against COVID-19
Malaysia believes NAM must play a more significant role to champion access and acquisition for smaller nations in obtaining medical supplies, medications and vaccine once they are developed.
Mon May 04 2020
![Tiger Woods apologises for DUI arrest, blames medication Tiger Woods apologises for DUI arrest, blames medication](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-04/41491022880_GolferTigerWoods.jpg)
Tiger Woods apologises for DUI arrest, blames medication
Woods said in a statement released by his spokesman that alcohol was not a factor in his arrest but apologised and added that he took full responsibility.
Tue May 30 2017
![Five tips for travelling with medications Five tips for travelling with medications](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-07/51468077480_PharmacyGeneric.jpg)
Five tips for travelling with medications
Here are a few things to consider when travelling with medication.
Sun Jul 10 2016
![Consumers must take precautions in buying medications, says Fomca Consumers must take precautions in buying medications, says Fomca](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-11/71448527932_Pills.jpg)
Consumers must take precautions in buying medications, says Fomca
The Federation of Malaysian Consumers Associations (Fomca) urges consumers to take precautions in buying medications, especially when buying online.
Tue Mar 15 2016
![French teen's HIV in remission after 12 years of no drugs French teen's HIV in remission after 12 years of no drugs](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-07/81437470444_Pills.jpg)
French teen's HIV in remission after 12 years of no drugs
A French teenager's HIV infection is still in remission more than 11 years after her medications were discontinued, the longest hiatus on record for a young person.
Tue Jul 21 2015
![Common heartburn medications linked to greater risk of heart attack Common heartburn medications linked to greater risk of heart attack](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-06/41403512068_295x200.jpg)
Common heartburn medications linked to greater risk of heart attack
A common heartburn medication taken by more than 100 million people every year is associated with a greater risk of heart attacks, Stanford University researchers reported Wednesday.
Sat Jun 13 2015
!['We need medical aid, a roof over our heads', say Nepalese quake survivors 'We need medical aid, a roof over our heads', say Nepalese quake survivors](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-04/61430047995_295x200.jpg)
'We need medical aid, a roof over our heads', say Nepalese quake survivors
The Nepalis in the quake-stricken areas are primarily in dire need of medications and shelter compared to food and other necessities.
Sat May 09 2015
![Pharmacy Bill: Allow patients to choose Pharmacy Bill: Allow patients to choose](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-05/51368804844_295x200.jpg)
Pharmacy Bill: Allow patients to choose
Dr Venkates Rao believes patients should be allowed to chose either to pick up the medications at the clinic or buy them at the pharmacy according to their convenience.
Thu Feb 26 2015