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Current Updates on COVID-19 in Malaysia [31 July 2020]

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that 27 cases have recovered and discharged today. Cumulatively, 8,644 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (96.3% of total cumulative cases). A total of 12 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are now 8,976 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 207 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment. Of the 12 additional cases reported today, five (5) are imported cases who were infected overseas , involving two (2) Malaysians and three (3) non-Malaysians. Of the seven (7) local transmission cases , five (5) cases are among Malaysians and two (2) cases are among non-Malaysians. Currently, three (3) confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs) , and one (1) patient is on ventilation support. One (1) add...

Balancing Growth and Development of Generation Alpha

All-new Anmum ESSENTIAL GOLD supports all rounded developmental needs of children aged one to six years  Every mother wants the best for her child. Today’s young children aged one to six years belongs to what is known as the ‘generation Alpha’ or the group who are born into a fast-paced digital world and whose overall development is more important than ever. That’s why new Anmum ESSENTIAL GOLD is scientifically formulated with key nutrients to support the all rounded growth and development of children aged one to six. Anmum ESSENTIAL GOLD is formulated with 33% more DHA*, MFGM+ GA, prebiotics and 15 key nutrients. Good nutrition and stimulation are important to support the eight importantareas of a child’s development. The 8 important areas of development include physical growth; good gut environment to absorb nutrients needed to support physical growth; good body resistance to help the child stay protected; cognitive development including learning ability; eye development, wh...

Current Updates on COVID-19 in Malaysia [30 July 2020]

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that five (5) cases have recovered and discharged. Cumulatively, 8,617 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (96.1% of total cumulative cases). A total of eight (8) additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are now 8,964 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 223 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment. Of the eight (8) additional cases reported today, three (3) are imported cases who were infected overseas , involving two (2) Malaysians and one (1) non-Malaysian (allowed to enter Malaysia).  All five (5) local transmission cases are among Malaysians . No cases of local transmission among non-Malaysians are reported today. Currently, three (3) confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (I...

Bank Islam Welcomes New Chairman to Its Board Of Directors

Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad (“Bank Islam”) welcomes Tan Sri Dr Ismail bin Haji Bakar as its new Chairman with effect from 1 August 2020. Tan Sri Dr Ismail bin Haji Bakar succeeds Datuk Zamani Abdul Ghani who retired from the Bank on 1 March 2020 after 9 years of service. Tan Sri Dr Ismail bin Haji Bakar was appointed the 14th Chief Secretary to the Government on 29 August 2018 before retiring in December 2019. He has over 30 years of extensive experience in the civil service having served several important portfolios including Secretary-General of the Finance, Agriculture and Agro-based Industry and Transport Ministries as well as Budget Director at the National Budget Office of the Ministry of Finance. He was also a Senior Advisor to the World Bank Group, Washington DC from 2008 until 2010. Tan Sri Dr Ismail bin Haji Bakar holds a Bachelor of Economics (Hons) degree from Universiti Malaya, and a Master of Business Administration as well as a doctorate from the University of Hull, ...

Gearing up for that big road trip? Follow these tips to ensure a smooth ride on the road

With Hari Raya Aidiladha coming up and interstate travel made possible again, going back to our hometown or taking a short blissful holiday with your family and loved ones is something exciting to look forward to. But before you start your journey to Balik Kampung or your much-anticipated road trip, here are a few tips to prepare yourself for a long drive on the road:  Maintain your vehicle regularly While regular servicing helps improve your safety and others on the road, it also saves you from preventable excessive repair cost. Therefore, it’s important to send your vehicle in for maintenance based on the stipulated time set by your mechanic. Be sure to maintain these parts of your car to ensure that it is in good condition before going for a long drive.  Check both internal and external parts of the engine. Change the battery every 3-5 years and wiper blades every 6-12 months. Inspect vehicle oil and coolant fluids regularly and keep them at optimum ...

Current Updates on COVID-19 in Malaysia [29 July 2020]

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that five (5) cases have recovered and discharged today. Cumulatively, 8,612 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (96.2% of total cumulative cases). A total of 13 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are now 8,956 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 220 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.  Of the 13 additional cases reported today, eight (8) are imported cases who were infected overseas , involving four (4) Malaysians and four (4) non-Malaysians (allowed to enter Malaysia). Of the five (5) local transmission cases , three (3) cases are among Malaysians and two (2) cases are among non-Malaysians. Currently, only two (2) confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in the intensive care units (ICUs) , and one (1) ...

Samsung Unveils ‘Business TV’ An Intuitive Display Built for Small Business

New UHD display features ready-to-use content templates and convenient smartphone application Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. today unveiled Business TV, a new display specifically designed for small- and medium-sized businesses. The display brings together Samsung’s expertise in commercial signage with its advanced TV technology to give users the ideal solution for customer communication with impactful visuals. Available in 43-, 50-, 65- and 75-inch versions, Business TV features a sleek, bezel-less design and provides users with an easy and convenient solution to show personalized content alongside TV programming. With more than 100 pre-loaded, pre-designed promotional templates, business owners can save time and money by easily creating their own content right on the display for everything from seasonal offers to special deals.  “Many small businesses are looking for easy-to-use solutions for customer communication,” said Hyesung Ha, Senior Vice President of Visual Dis...

Current Updates on COVID-19 in Malaysia [28 July 2020]

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that six (6) cases have recovered and discharged today. Cumulatively, 8,607 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (96.2% of total cumulative cases). A total of 39 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are now 8,943 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 212 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.  Of the 39 additional cases reported today, 11 are imported cases who were infected overseas , involving four (4) Malaysians and seven (7) non-Malaysians (allowed to enter Malaysia).  Of the 28 local transmission cases , 22 cases are among Malaysians and six (6) cases are among non-Malaysians. Currently, only one (1) confirmed COVID-19 case is receiving treatment in the intensive care unit (ICU) , and the patient is on ventilat...

Bank Islam Welcomes Customers To Experience Its Virtual Account Opening Platform

Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad (“Bank Islam”) today encourages individual customers to experience its newly enhanced virtual service platform, Virtual Account Opening (“VAO”), which enable customers to open selected bank accounts online, at their convenience. It includes Bank Islam’s Basic Saving Account, Qard Saving Account and Al-Awfar Investment Account. This hassle-free solution is a part of Bank Islam’s digital transformation initiative that aims to widen banking access, save customer’s time through a simplified application process, as well as cost- saving and environment-conscious by going paperless. Bank Islam’s Chief Executive Officer, Mohd Muazzam Mohamed said, “This virtual account opening initiative aimed to bring greater convenience and value to customers, at the same time, shaping the future of banking. Since the launch of the VAO in February 2018, we have received an average of nearly 2,000 account openings through the platform every month, thus significantly reduce queu...

Current Updates on COVID-19 in Malaysia [27 July 2020]

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that one (1) case has recovered and discharged today. Cumulatively, 8,601 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (96.6% of total cumulative cases).  A total of seven (7) additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are now 8,904 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 179 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment.  Of the seven (7) additional cases reported today, four (4) are imported cases who were infected overseas , involving three (3) Malaysians and one (1) non-Malaysian (spouse to a Malaysian).  No local transmission among non-Malaysians is reported today. All three (3) local transmission cases are among Malaysians. Currently, no confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in intensive care units . No additional...

Heading Back to the Office in the New Normal

It is physically and mentally taxing to be stuck at home for a long period of time. As we enter the next phase of the new normal, many offices and businesses have reopened in Malaysia. Most are excited to be back in the office for a change of scene, but not without health concerns on their mind. Today’s workplace environment is looking vastly different from how it used to be – you won’t be able to sit next to your colleagues and share Pringles with them while working or tap them on their shoulders to ask a question. With people back at work, offices are now more cautious than ever of the social hygiene regulations to ensure everyone’s health and wellbeing. According to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), concentrations of some pollutants tend to be two to five times higher than typical outdoor concentrations. Hence, the ventilation and air quality in the office are all the more important now. Indoor air should always be ventilated, be it through open windows o...

Current Updates on COVID-19 in Malaysia [26 July 2020]

The Ministry of Health (MOH) would like to inform that six (6) cases have recovered and discharged well today. Cumulatively, 8,600 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been discharged (96.7% of total cumulative cases). A total of 13 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported to the National Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) MOH today. Cumulatively there are now 8,897 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. Therefore, there are currently 173 active and infective COVID-19 cases . They have all been isolated and given treatment. Of the 13 additional cases reported today, three (3) are imported cases who were infected overseas , involving one (1) Malaysian and two (2) non-Malaysians (allowed to enter Malaysia).   Of the 10 local transmission cases, nine (9) cases are among Malaysians and one (1) case is a non-Malaysian. Currently, only two (2) confirmed COVID-19 cases are receiving treatment in intensive care units (ICUs), and one (1) patient is on ve...