Introduction: Functional disabilities are common in community-dwelling older people, endangering their well-being and ultimately leading to deterioration in health and loss of ability to work. The ageing process and chronic diseases have been found to have a greater impact on physical or mental disabilities. This study examined functional disabilit

Background: Providing care to older people can be an extremely complex task, given their increased functional deficits, which may lead to family caregivers experiencing burnout and a deteriorated health status. This study investigated the caregiving burden of older people with functional deficits on family caregivers and associated factors. Methods

The Internet of Things (IoT) connects electrical appliances that enable data transfer for communication without human intervention. IoT has evolved, and its implementation has been extended to residential areas. It can be said that all residents use fans as cooling appliances. In Malaysia, having a fan is not sufficient due to its hot temperature t

Background: Stoma surgery is common among patients diagnosed with gastrointestinal disorders as part of treatment to save their lives and minimise the impact of the disease. However, there is a paucity of knowledge of their data, particularly in our study setting. The aim of this study is to descriptively analyse the characteristics of ostomy patie

In emerging economies, including Nigeria, the nano, micro, small, and medium enterprises (“NMSMEs”) sector are essential actors for socioeconomic development. In recent times, the increasing convergence of technology and financial services (fintech) has transformed financial service delivery and engendered cheap, sustainable, and innovative alt

Background: The use of sunscreen is a critical component of skin cancer prevention and overall skin health. Nevertheless, inconsistencies in sunscreen knowledge, perceptions, and practices persist among different populations, which are influenced by various factors. This review aims to synthesise and analyse the existing literature on the knowledge

This qualitative research paper explores the impact of ‘Postcard Adventure’, an online game created to bridge the gap between entertainment and education. The study assesses the effectiveness of ‘Postcard Adventure’ in enhancing language learning outcomes, measuring student engagement, promoting cultural awareness, and evaluating the implic

Background: Dementia reduces the ability to live independently, thus deteriorating the patient’s quality of life and caregivers' mental health. Consequently, dementia indirectly affects economic and social growth. Dementia is also a major contributor to death worldwide. There is no effective treatment for dementia, but preventing physical and

This study examines the influence of socioemotional well-being (SEWB) on mental health among university students in the Klang Valley, Malaysia. SEWB, encompassing emotional regulation, social support, self-esteem, and resilience, is critical in buffering mental health challenges. Utilizing a quantitative ex-post facto design, this study evaluates S

Porous Nickel-Titanium (NiTi) alloy has been developed especially in the biomedical sector due to its shape memory ability and its mechanical properties which is comparable to human bones. However, NiTi alloy carries the risk of Nickel (Ni) ions leaching when implanted in the human body making it less favourable for biomedical use for long term. Th