Introduction: High blood pressure is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases which is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Piper sarmentosum (PS) leaves have been widely used in traditional medicine and it has been proven for its antihypertensive and antioxidant effects. This study aims to evaluate the antihypertensive potential of

This paper aimed to investigate the wear properties of surface modified duplex stainless steel (DSS) with SiC particle preplacement using tungsten inert gas (TIG) torch surface melting technique under different process parameters. Surface modification of DSS via TIG torch technique in previous patents is scared. Surface layer was produced using sil

Objective The objective of this study was to assess the level of knowledge and practice of body mechanics towards preserving musculoskeletal health in daily routine activities of HCPs (medical officers, staff nurses, community health nurses, assistant medical officers, physiotherapists, and assistant nurses) from Hospital Tengku Ampuan Afzan, Pahan

Introduction: Analgesics are commonly used to relieve pain and can be obtained through prescription or self-medication. Little is known regarding the use of analgesics among pharmacy students given their unique knowledge and training on medications. Objectives: The study aimed to investigate the use and knowledge of analgesics among IIUM Undergradu

This presentation shows a systematic journey to write a systematic literature review (LR). This session will help you determine whether you are in the right track to read, write and structuring research materials for your research. The discussion on the requirement for LR, and highlight points on critical assessment and citation of reference source

The carboxymethyl cellulose and polyvinyl alcohol (CMC/PVA) based hybrid polymer (HPe) system with different ratio of composition have been prepared via solution casting. The features of interaction between CMC and PVA were investigated using X-ray diffraction (XRD), and infrared (IR) spectroscopy to disclose the reduction of crystallinity of the H

Malaysian government has a special commitment to provide the adequate, affordable housing and quality to all income levels, particularly for low-income group. Over the recent years, Malaysian property market was not balance in terms of supply and demand, where the demand is exceeding supply especially for low-cost housing. However, high demand for

Conflict of jurisdiction between the Civil and Syari’ah court is not a new issue in a dual legal system such as in Malaysia. Intense debate escalates when deciding on custodial rights after divorce in an interfaith marriage. The unilateral conversion to Islam by one party in a non-Muslim marriage has an impact on the status of the marriage and it

Pediculosis capitis can be found in any age and race although school-age children are the groups that are mostly at risk. The objective of this study was to develop, implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the health educational module based on KAP Model on the level of knowledge, attitude and practices on Pediculosis capitis among school child

Solid waste management is a growing challenge to many countries. The implications of poorly managed waste on health are numerous. Improper waste management serve as the breeding places for many vectors resulting in proliferation of vector-borne diseases. This article highlights the impact of improper solid waste management on the public health and