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Prevalence of Cardiovascular Diseases (Cvds) in Oic Countries: Implications on Healthcare System
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

Today, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are one of the main causes of death around the world, including countries under the banner of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). The surge in the prevalence of CVDs is predominantly contributed by demographic changes and adoption of sedentary lifestyles together with deficient in physical activity.

Study on the Perception of Staff and Students of a University on Community Pharmacy Practice in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

Background: In Malaysia, community pharmacies play an important and vital role in both urban and rural areas with approximately 30% of 12,000 registered pharmacists with annual retention certificate practicing in community pharmacies. The main objective of this study was to find the perception of respondents on the value and necessity of pharmacist

Prevalence of Depression Among Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and its Predictions : a Cross Sectional Study in Primary Care Setting, Malaysia.
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

Objectives: The prevalence of depression among patients with diabetes mellitus has been reported to be higher than normal population. This study assessed the prevalence of depression among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus in east coast Malaysia and its associated factors. Methods: A cross sectional study was done on 103 patients with type 2 d

Prevalence of Diabetic Retinopathy (Dr) and its Associated Factors Among Diabetes Patients in Primary Care Clinics, Kuantan, Pahang
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

Introduction: Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is one of the commonest complications of diabetes mellitus. This study was to determine the prevalence of diabetic retinopathy and its association with chronic kidney disease (CKD), high HbA1c and dyslipidemia among diabetic patients in government primary care clinics. Methods: A cross sectional study was car

alpha-Glucosidase Inhibitor and Aroma from the Flesh of Salak(Salacca Zalacca) Fruit, their Metabolic Demarcation and Antidiabetic Potential
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

Salacca zalacca (Gaertn.) Voss (salak fruit or snake fruit) is a species of palm tree native to Southwest Java and North Sumatra in Indonesia. S. zalacca fruit is used indigenously as food and for medicinal applications in Southeast Asia. Due to its pleasant aroma, S. zalacca has potential in perfumery and pharmaceutical industries. In this study,

Human Capital, Intrinsic Motivation and Poverty of Elderly in Later Life
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

This research analyzes the linkage between elderly poverty and children’s human capital level via income distribution, in which fertility decisions are motivated by old-age support with the assumption that the parents are non-altruistic. The paper provides a mathematical model looking at the relationship of old age poverty and the children human

Pengamalan Talfiq (Percampuran Mazhab) di Kalangan Masyarakat Islam di Malaysia = the Practice of Talfiq (Combining Mazhab) Among Muslims in Malaysia
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

Persoalan talfiq timbul ketika masyarakat Islam mengikat diri memilih salah satu cara dalam memahami Islam dan menjadikannya penghukum mutlak bagi setiap perkara yang timbul. Pertentangan yang tercetus antara cara ini dan cara yang tidak terikat adalah pada kemutlakan cara penghukuman yang diambil, kerana usaha mencampur adukkan cara penghukuman me

First Report of Lice Infestation Among Saanen Goats in Kuantan, Malaysia
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

Background and Objective: Ectoparasites remains as one of major challenges in goat farming industry. They are ubiquitous and often cause harmful effects on livestock production and productivity. Ectoparasites give rise to morbidity and mortality among goat population which consequently lead to reductions in meat and milk. This study was conducted t

Literature Review on Green Cost Premium of Sustainable Building Construction
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

Despite evidence that sustainable construction practice has numerous environmental, economy and societal benefits, many construction practitioners have failed to support sustainable construction practice due to perceive higher initial cost known as 'green cost premium' when compared to traditional construction practice. Hence, the factors o

Profiling of Phenolic Compounds and Antioxidant Activities from Malaysian Aromatic Plants
Research Output | Dar Al-hikmah Library | IIUM Only

Phenolic compounds are plant-derived antioxidants that have the ability to reduce and prevent oxidative damage, owing to their free-radical scavenging properties. The present study aimed to determine total phenolic content (TPC), profile selected phenolic compounds and their antioxidant activities in five plants namely Citrus hystrix, Coriandrum sa

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