Author: Priscilla Tawie

Tackling urinary incontinence and beyond

At his wellness centre, Dr Lowell Chai shared an eye-opening insight about taboo illnesses and diseases that people don’t talk about. Among them, those suffering from urinary incontinence visit LaVie Wellness Centre in Kuching for treatment. Although this condition is common, many people refrain from discussing it due to embarrassment.

Integrating wellness: A vision for better health

“There are always advantages and disadvantages — the pros and cons — in anything you do,” said an insightful Dr Lowell Chai during an interview at his wellness centre. His keen interest lies in functional, alternative, and preventive medicine, which has fuelled his passion for integrative medicine. This passion led

Dancing keeps award winning Chan in the groove

KUCHING: She is no longer the mesmerising dancing queen she once was on the dance floor, a time when she was second to none. But there is still a spark about Chan Tyng Tyng, now 37, and there is no hiding her quest to excel in what she has set

Earthen Infusions: A showcase of traditional ceramics and remedies

“The Earthen Infusion: Unveiling Rainforest Remedies through the Art of Ceramic” exhibition is a dialogue between the past and present, showcasing the beautiful harmony between traditional pottery, traditional remedies and modern creations. The ongoing exhibition is held at the Sarawak House, Main Bazaar, Kuching, and runs from October 19 and

Aiming to break down the barriers of fear and stigma of cancer

Passionate in his advocacy to reduce the stigma associated with seeking help and ensuring equal access to cancer screenings with treatments, oncologist Dr Malwinder Singh, also known as “The Bald Oncologist”, whose journey in the field began 15 years ago, has witnessed numerous challenges and emotional battles. Passionate in his

Strengthening public sector cyber defences

If you think technology can solve your security problems, then you don’t understand the problems. And you don’t understand the technology. – Bruce Schneier Prevention is always better than cure. In this context, the University of Melbourne’s Deputy Director for the Academic Centre of Cyber Security Excellence, Professor Dr Atif

Navigating AI as a career path

Navigating AI as a career path is a carefully thought-through process that requires constant upskilling as the advancements of this technology grow rapidly. Sharing a forum from the recent International Digital Economy Conference Sarawak (IDECS), it is even more vital to be in line with the technology as Sarawak adopts

Community Compassion

As World Food Day arrives, it is important that our basic human rights to food are met. In Kuching, a soup kitchen works to ensure that the underprivileged and elderly receive daily nutritious meals. Changing lives through shared meals The patrons of the soup kitchen at the Community Social Support

Workplace Wellness: A Priority

As this year’s World Mental Health Day underscores the importance of mental health at work, it is crucial for everyone in the workforce to maintain a healthy mind to avoid the risk of developing mental illnesses. Sharing his perspective and advice, consultant psychiatrist Dr Fabian Sunil Dass from Regency Medical

Protecting Our Vanishing Species

Each year, World Animal Day is held to address the decline of endangered species. On the brink of extinction, these endangered animals stand at a crossroads between ceasing to exist and continuing to maintain the balance of the world’s ecosystem. A call to action for conservation, biodiversity As the world