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The Sun
a day ago
- Health
- The Sun
Obesity represents critical public health crisis
GOMBAK: Malaysia is facing a critical public health crisis, with more than half of the adult population living with obesity or being overweight, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. He said 32.6% of the population is overweight, while 21.8% suffers from obesity, according to the National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2023. This places Malaysia among Southeast Asian countries with the highest prevalence of obesity among adults. The rise of childhood obesity is also a cause for concern as it is a significant risk factor for developing chronic diseases in adulthood. The NHMS 2023 reports that approximately one in three children aged between 13 and 17 are affected by overweight or obesity issues. 'Obesity and diabetes are not just individual health concerns, they are a national challenge that requires a united effort,' said Dzulkefly. The three areas with the highest rates of overweight people are Kuala Lumpur (40.6%), Putrajaya (35.5%) and Labuan (34.8%) while those with the lowest rates are Sarawak (29.7%), Kelantan (28.2%) and Perlis (27%). The three areas with the highest rates of obesity include Perlis (32.8%), Negeri Sembilan (28.9%) and Putrajaya (25.8%) while the three with the lowest rates are Sabah (19.5%), Selangor (19.1%) and Kuala Lumpur (18.2%). A total of 15.6% of Malaysians suffer from diabetes, with the highest rates being in Perak (21.7%), Pahang (21.5%) and Perlis (20.6%). Those suffering form hypertension total 29.2%, with Perak being the state with the highest rate (40.2%), followed by Sarawak (39.9%) and Perlis (39.1%). As for hypercholesterolaemia, 33.3% of Malaysians suffer from it, with Perak accounting for the highest rate (41.3%), followed by Perlis (41.0%) and Sarawak (38.9%). To address the alarming rates of obesity and Type 2 diabetes, Reset Health, in collaboration with the Health Ministry and the National Cancer Society Malaysia, launched Roczen Universal Malaysia, a free digital health programme. The programme, launched yesterday by Dzulkefly at the Rail & River Event Space in Batu Caves, is a digital health platform designed to help individuals manage their weight and blood sugar levels. It is offered free of charge to all Malaysians for up to one year per person. Anyone can join via the Roczen Universal website as a self-directed participant and follow the health educational materials.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Health
- The Sun
Malaysia prioritises obesity, diabetes in 2026 health budget
THE Ministry of Health (MOH) will focus on obesity and diabetes in the 2026 Budget, set to be tabled in October. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad confirmed proposals have been submitted to address these conditions, linked to Malaysia's growing non-communicable disease (NCD) burden. 'The National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2023 found that 3.55 million Malaysians, or 15.6 per cent of adults aged 18 and above, suffer from diabetes, while 4.58 million, or 21.8 per cent, are obese,' he said. He spoke after launching 'Roczen Universal', a UK NHS-recognised programme for diabetes management developed by Reset Health. Dzulkefly noted obesity, diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and cancer contribute to over 70 per cent of premature deaths in Malaysia. These conditions cost the country RM64 billion yearly in treatment, lost productivity, and early mortality. The MOH signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with Reset Health in September 2023, selecting Gombak as the pilot location. Nine community groups, including Rukun Tetangga and JAKOA, will participate in the initiative. 'Starting this month, we aim to enrol 1,000 to 2,000 overweight or obese individuals for programme evaluation,' he added. Dzulkefly also witnessed an MoC exchange between Reset Academy and the Academy of Medicine of Malaysia to train obesity management professionals. Roczen Universal is a free digital platform aiding weight loss and blood sugar control. - Bernama
The Star
2 days ago
- Health
- The Star
Health Ministry to prioritise obesity, diabetes in Budget 2026
KUALA LUMPUR: The Health Ministry will place special emphasis on tackling obesity and diabetes in Budget 2026, scheduled to be tabled in October. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the ministry had submitted several proposals on the matter and is awaiting Prime Minister and Finance Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's tabling of the budget. He added that both conditions are key contributors to the rising prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in the country. "The National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2023 found that 3.55 million Malaysians, or 15.6% of adults aged 18 and above suffer from diabetes, while 4.58 million, or 21.8% are obese,' he said. He told reporters this after launching 'Roczen Universal', a programme developed by Reset Health and recognised by the United Kingdom's National Health Service (NHS) as part of an integrated treatment for diabetes patients. Dzulkefly said that obesity, diabetes, heart disease, stroke and cancer together account for more than 70 per cent of premature deaths in Malaysia, costing the nation over RM64bil annually in treatment, care, lost productivity and early death. He added that his ministry had signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) with Reset Health in September last year and had selected Gombak as the pilot location for the programme. It involves nine Perkasa Negara Healthy Community (KOSPEN) groups, including Rukun Tetangga, the Community Development Department (KEMAS), and the Orang Asli Development Department (Jakoa). "Starting this month, we are targeting 1,000 to 2,000 overweight or obese individuals to join the programme evaluation group," he said. Earlier, Dzulkefly also witnessed the exchange of MoCs between Reset Academy of Metabolic Sciences, represented by Reset Health Executive Chairman Dr David Wong, and Prof Dr Rosmawati Mohammed of the Academy of Medicine of Malaysia. The collaboration aims to train more professionals in weight and obesity management nationwide. The Roczen Universal programme is a comprehensive digital health platform designed to help individuals lose weight and manage their blood sugar levels. It is free of charge. - Bernama
Barnama
2 days ago
- Health
- Barnama
MOH To Prioritise Obesity, Diabetes In 2026 Budget
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 16 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Health (MOH) will place special emphasis on tackling obesity and diabetes in the 2026 Budget, scheduled to be tabled in October. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the ministry had submitted several proposals on the matter and is awaiting Prime Minister and Finance Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's tabling of the budget, as both conditions are key contributors to the rising prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in the country. 'The National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2023 found that 3.55 million Malaysians, or 15.6 per cent of adults aged 18 and above, suffer from diabetes, while 4.58 million, or 21.8 per cent, are obese,' he said. He told reporters after launching 'Roczen Universal', a programme developed by Reset Health and recognised by the United Kingdom's National Health Service (NHS) as part of an integrated treatment for diabetes patients. Dzulkefly noted that obesity, diabetes, heart disease, stroke and cancer together account for more than 70 per cent of premature deaths in Malaysia, costing the nation over RM64 billion annually in treatment, care, lost productivity and early death. He added that MOH had signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) with Reset Health in September last year and had selected Gombak as the pilot location for the programme. It involves nine Perkasa Negara Healthy Community (KOSPEN) groups, including Rukun Tetangga, the Community Development Department (KEMAS), and the Orang Asli Development Department (JAKOA). "Starting this month, we are targeting 1,000 to 2,000 overweight or obese individuals to join the programme evaluation group," he said. Earlier, Dzulkefly also witnessed the exchange of MoCs between Reset Academy of Metabolic Sciences, represented by Reset Health Executive Chairman Dr David Wong, and Prof Dr Rosmawati Mohammed of the Academy of Medicine of Malaysia. The collaboration aims to train more professionals in weight and obesity management nationwide.
BusinessToday
2 days ago
- Health
- BusinessToday
MOH: More Than Half Of Malaysian Adults Are Overweight
More than 6.86 million Malaysian adults are overweight, with over half of the country's adult population now classified as overweight or obese, according to the National Health and Morbidity Survey 2023. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the findings highlight the urgent challenge of tackling non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, hypertension and obesity. 'About 32.6% of adults are overweight, while 21.8% or 4.58 million people are obese. Diabetes affects 15.6% or 3.55 million Malaysians and hypertension impacts 29.2% or 6.65 million people,' he said. He also highlighted that the data also showed regional disparities where Kuala Lumpur recorded the highest prevalence of overweight adults at 40.6%, while Perlis topped the obesity chart at 32.8%. Perak reported the highest prevalence of both diabetes (21.7%) and hypertension (40.2%). Dr Dzulkefly said the government is intensifying collaboration to address rising NCD rates, including new initiatives under the upcoming national budget. 'Malaysia has also partnered with UK-based Reset Health, a platform used by the National Health Service, to introduce digital healthcare solutions for managing obesity and diabetes. 'The findings are alarming, but they also remind us that prevention and early intervention must be a shared responsibility between government, healthcare providers and the public,' he added.
