Incredible past, resplendent present, envisioned promising future: 50th Anniversary of the Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia (14 March 1973 to 14 March 2023)
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My journey in the last mile of elimination of leprosy among the Penan community
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Characteristics and factors associated with severity of COVID-19 infections in primary care
ABSTRACT Introduction: Primary care service plays a vital role in early clinical assessment of patients withCOVID-19 in Malaysia. This study aimed to evaluate the potential risk factors of COVID-19 severity at presentation to primary care facilities in the post-vaccination period.Methods:…
Psychological morbidities among spouses of men with type 2 diabetes mellitus and erectile dysfunction in a primary care setting
ABSTRACT Introduction: Erectile dysfunction (ED) negatively affects patients’ emotions. However, its effect on spouses’ psychological well-being remains largely unknown. This study aimed to examine psychological morbidities and their associated factors among spouses of men with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM)…
A case of sudden slow heart rate in a patient with atrial fibrillation – what could be the possible cause?
ABSTRACT General practitioners regularly encounter atrial fibrillation in their daily practice. A crucial cornerstone of its management includes prescribing anticoagulants and controlling the heart rate. Tachycardia or bradycardia often reflects an ongoing pathological process that should be addressed. Clues are…
Determinants of blood pressure control among hypertensive patients of rural areas in a South Indian State: A community based cross sectional study
ABSTRACT Introduction: Optimum blood pressure (BP) control is essential to prevent complications and improve the quality of life of patients with hypertension. This study aimed to explore the determinants of BP control in patients with hypertension on treatment without any…
Importance of lead aVL in the diagnosis of inferior wall myocardial infarction: A case report
ABSTRACT Ischaemic heart disorders are among the leading causes of mortality worldwide. There has been a growing occurrence of heart disease among young adults. Thus, acute myocardial infarction (MI) should be considered in all patients with central chest pain. Herein,…
Prevalence and associated factors of lipohypertrophy in insulin-injected patients with diabetes in selected primary care clinics in Peninsular Malaysian: A cross-sectional study
ABSTRACT: Introduction: This study aimed to determine the prevalence and associated factors of lipohypertrophy in insulin-injecting patients with diabetes at selected primary care clinics in Malaysia.Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among adults aged ≥18 years with type 1 or…
Demographic and cardiovascular risk factors associated with pre-frailty and frailty among community-dwelling older adults in Jakarta, Indonesia: Active Aging Study
ABSTRACT Introduction: This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of frailty and its determinants, especially in relation to chronic disease and lifestyle among elderly individuals.Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 278 individuals aged 60 years and over living in…
Development and implementation of a community-based COVID-19 assessment centre in Selangor: A descriptive study
ABSTRACT Introduction: With the rising number of COVID-19 cases in Malaysia and the overwhelming strain on the tertiary healthcare system, home isolation has been introduced by the Ministry of Health Malaysia to reduce the admission of patients with mild COVID-19…