![Long, short term measures implemented to reduce risks of floods Long, short term measures implemented to reduce risks of floods](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/71637275464_TuanIbrahimParlim.jpg)
Long, short term measures implemented to reduce risks of floods
Long-term measures carried out through the implementation of the Flood Mitigation Plan (RTB) will continue to reduce the risk of flooding in the country.
Wed Oct 05 2022
![More sabo structures to be built to reduce risk of debris floods - PM Ismail Sabri More sabo structures to be built to reduce risk of debris floods - PM Ismail Sabri](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-07/41657026760_TBBALING.jpg)
More sabo structures to be built to reduce risk of debris floods - PM Ismail Sabri
The government plans to build more sabo structures across the country in an effort to reduce the risk of debris floods, such as the one that recently occurred in Baling, Kedah.
Thu Jul 21 2022
![Penang seeks federal intervention to reduce risk of state facing another water problem Penang seeks federal intervention to reduce risk of state facing another water problem](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-07/71657615825_TBMENTERIPULAUPINANG.jpg)
Penang seeks federal intervention to reduce risk of state facing another water problem
The Penang government and PBAPP are seeking the federal government to intervene by taking immediate action to reduce the risk of another water supply problem in the state.
Tue Jul 12 2022
![New route bypassing Menora Tunnel to reduce risk of accidents New route bypassing Menora Tunnel to reduce risk of accidents](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-05/51652708650_TerowongMenora.jpg)
New route bypassing Menora Tunnel to reduce risk of accidents
The Perak state government has received the proposal for the construction of a highway from Gopeng to Kuala Kangsar to bypass Menora Tunnel to reduce the rate of accidents.
Mon May 16 2022
![Johor formulating plan to reduce risk of severe floods Johor formulating plan to reduce risk of severe floods](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/81641642647_DatukHasniMohammad.jpg)
Johor formulating plan to reduce risk of severe floods
The Johor government is in the midst of formulating a long-term flood management plan to reduce the risk of severe floods in the state, said Menteri Besar Datuk Hasni Mohammad.
Sat Jan 08 2022
![Ivermectin does not reduce risk of COVID-19 illness - MOH Ivermectin does not reduce risk of COVID-19 illness - MOH](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/61635948707_Ivermectin.jpg)
Ivermectin does not reduce risk of COVID-19 illness - MOH
Based on the outcomes of the I-TECH study by the Institute for Clinical Research (ICR), Ivermectin cannot be recommended for inclusion in the current COVID-19 treatment guidelines.
Wed Nov 03 2021
![Student rotation to reduce risk of infection, ease monitoring in schools - Radzi Student rotation to reduce risk of infection, ease monitoring in schools - Radzi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/41631440310_MohdRadziMdJidin.jpg)
Student rotation to reduce risk of infection, ease monitoring in schools - Radzi
Radzi said it would also help teachers monitor compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) among students, as only 50 per cent would be present at a time.
Sun Sep 12 2021
![Transparent barriers installed between MPs' seats to reduce risk of COVID-19 infection Transparent barriers installed between MPs' seats to reduce risk of COVID-19 infection](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-07/41594644697_AzalinaOthman.jpg)
Transparent barriers installed between MPs' seats to reduce risk of COVID-19 infection
Transparent barriers have been installed between the seats of Members of Parliament (MPs) to separate them and reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection.
Mon Aug 03 2020
![SOPs for nurseries: Children of frontliners not being discriminated, says Health DG SOPs for nurseries: Children of frontliners not being discriminated, says Health DG](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-05/41590460846_drnorhisham.jpg)
SOPs for nurseries: Children of frontliners not being discriminated, says Health DG
Dr Noor Hisham said the SOP for nurseries, which was still at the proposal stage and had not been presented to the MKN, was aimed at reducing the risk of COVID-19 infection.
Tue May 26 2020
![New passenger cars must have electronic stability control - Liow New passenger cars must have electronic stability control - Liow](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-09/71474771264_Luxurycars.jpg)
New passenger cars must have electronic stability control - Liow
Studies from all over the world also showed that ESC could prevent at least 40 per cent of deaths due to loss of control crashes.
Wed Nov 30 2016
![Male birth control shots effective at preventing pregnancy Male birth control shots effective at preventing pregnancy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-10/61477754411_fatherbabychild.jpg)
Male birth control shots effective at preventing pregnancy
Birth control shots for men are effective at stopping pregnancy in female partners, but more research is needed to reduce risk of side effects.
Sat Oct 29 2016
![Early bedtimes for children could reduce risk of obesity later in life Early bedtimes for children could reduce risk of obesity later in life](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-07/51468596074_GirlSleeping.jpg)
Early bedtimes for children could reduce risk of obesity later in life
Getting young children into bed before 8 p.m. can significantly reduce the risk of being obese in later life suggests new research published in the "The Journal of Pediatrics".
Fri Jul 15 2016
![Following prevention guidelines may reduce risk of cancer by up to two thirds Following prevention guidelines may reduce risk of cancer by up to two thirds](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-06/41466774698_fitness.jpg)
Following prevention guidelines may reduce risk of cancer by up to two thirds
Eating a healthier diet, increasing physical exercise, reducing alcohol consumption, and stopping smoking are all modifiable lifestyle choices that could help prevent up to two thirds of cancer.
Sat Jun 25 2016
![Peanuts may reduce risk of death, heart disease Peanuts may reduce risk of death, heart disease](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-03/41425430895_295x200.jpg)
Peanuts may reduce risk of death, heart disease
Eating peanuts, in small amounts, may reduce the risk of mortality, especially death from cardiovascular disease, a new study Monday showed.
Tue Mar 03 2015
![Peanuts may reduce risk of death, heart disease Peanuts may reduce risk of death, heart disease](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-01/41391166509_295x200.jpg)
Peanuts may reduce risk of death, heart disease
Eating peanuts, in small amounts, may reduce the risk of mortality, especially death from cardiovascular disease, a new study Monday showed.
Tue Mar 03 2015