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The Star
2 days ago
- Health
- The Star
2,000 turn up for hospital's health festival in Selangor
The Life Moves Festival by Sunway Medical Centre drew thousands of enthusiastic attendees. Over 2,000 individuals joined the inaugural Life Moves Festival hosted by Sunway Medical Centre (SMC) in Sunway City, Selangor, and rallied to take charge of their health. According to the National Health and Morbidity Survey 2023, 15.6% of Malaysian adults lived with diabetes, while over 50% were overweight or obese, SMC said in a statement. Cardiovascular disease and cancer remained major contributors to premature mortality, with many cases detected only at advanced stages, making early intervention more vital than ever, it said. The event aimed to bring core health services into a communal open-door setting, offering free screenings and assessments including blood glucose and cholesterol checks, body composition analysis and urine tests. SMC medical professionals were on hand to provide wellness guidance, with many participants receiving consultation on their health. 'In many cases, early detection and effective management can improve patients' outcomes and control the progression of non-communicable diseases,' said Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City chief executive officer Dr Seow Vei Ken. 'We encourage the community to take their health seriously. 'Sometimes, the first step is simply knowing where you stand. 'Early action and accountability strengthen our healthcare system and benefit the nation in the long run,' Dr Seow added. One of the standout experiences was the 'Jantungku' walkthrough exhibit, a multi-sensory journey through the cardiovascular system. The exhibit served as a powerful reminder of how everyday lifestyle choices directly impact long-term well-being. Parents and children enjoyed the health-themed game stations and hands-on activities at the family-friendly event, while shoppers explored the vibrant health marketplace.
Barnama
07-08-2025
- Health
- Barnama
Sunway Medical Centre Brings Core Health Services Closer To Public Via Life Moves Festival 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City (SMC), successfully hosted its inaugural Life Moves Festival 2025 on Wednesday, drawing more than 2,000 participants from all walks of life who came together to take charge of their health. Held at the lobby of Towers C and D in SMC, the festival aimed to bring core health services into a communal, open-door setting by offering free screenings and assessments, including blood glucose and cholesterol checks, body composition analysis and urine screenings. SMC's medical professionals were also on hand to provide wellness guidance, with many participants receiving consultations on their health. 'Cardiovascular disease and cancer remain major contributors to premature mortality, with many cases detected only at advanced stages, making early intervention more vital than ever,' it said in a statement. Meanwhile, SMC chief executive officer Dr Seow Vei Ken said early detection and effective management could, in many cases, improve patient outcomes and help control the progression of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). 'Through this event, we encourage the community to take their health seriously, without fear or judgment. Sometimes, the first step is simply knowing where you stand, and early action and accountability strengthen our healthcare system and benefit the nation in the long run,' he said. One of the standout experiences at the event was the 'Jantungku' Walkthrough Exhibit, a multi-sensory journey through the cardiovascular system, which captured the attention of attendees, both young and old, and served as a powerful reminder of how everyday lifestyle choices directly impact long-term well-being. The festival also featured health-themed game stations and hands-on activities for parents and children, while shoppers explored the Vibrant Health Marketplace. Life Moves Festival 2025 underscored SMC's ongoing efforts to make preventive healthcare more accessible to the public, with the event's success driven by the collective contributions of SMC's healthcare teams and key partners who helped broaden its impact and reach.
Barnama
19-06-2025
- Health
- Barnama
Sunway Medical Centre Retains Malaysia's Top Spot In Paediatrics For Three Consecutive Years
BUSINESS KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City (SMC) retained its top spot for paediatrics in Malaysia for three years in a row, according to the latest Best Specialised Hospitals Asia Pacific (APAC) Newsweek 2025 rankings. SMC, in a statement today, said the country's largest private quaternary hospital ranks 30th for paediatrics and is also featured in the top 75 APAC hospitals for neurology, neurosurgery, cardiology, cardiac surgery, oncology and orthopaedics. President of Sunway Healthcare Group Datuk Lau Beng Long expressed pride for the continued recognition of its healthcare in the region, especially SMC's paediatrics being the top in Malaysia. He said SMC's Children's Health and Development Centre offers the most comprehensive paediatric subspecialties among hospitals in Malaysia, with 26 subspecialties and 50 consultants. He added that the hospital also pioneered the nation's first private hospital 24-hour standalone Children's Emergency Department, operating separately from the adult Accident & Emergency Department, serving as a one-stop centre that offers urgent, comforting care for infants, children and adolescents. 'The hospital also excels in exceptional niche paediatric expertise, including haematology, gastroenterology, oncology and transplant medicine. Sunway Medical Centre became the first private hospital in Malaysia to successfully perform a paediatric kidney transplant, yet another testament to its drive for clinical excellence. 'In addition, the hospital continuously enhances the depth and breadth of its other major adult clinical disciplines like cardiology, oncology, neurology, gastroenterology and orthopaedic surgery,' he said. Meanwhile, SMC Chief Executive Officer Dr Seow Vei Ken said the recognition reaffirms the hospital's commitment to clinical excellence and patient-centred care, especially paediatric services. 'Sunway Medical Centre continues to be at the forefront as Malaysia's top private paediatric service provider, offering a comprehensive ecosystem of specialised care for children,' he said.
