Month: February 2024

The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) calls on the authorities to regulate Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) in products and strictly enforce the laws pertaining to cosmetics and personal care products sold in the country. Presently cosmetics and personal care products are controlled under the Control of Drugs and Cosmetics Regulations 1984 and the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (ACD)....

Mulch containing asbestos has been found at 41 locations in New South Wales, including Sydney parks, schools, hospitals, a supermarket and at least one regional site. Tests are under way at other sites, according to recent news reports. As a precautionary measure, some parks have been cordoned off and some schools have closed temporarily. Health authorities have warned the public to steer clear...

OSAKA – The death of a school science teacher who developed cancer after handling asbestos while preparing for classroom science experiments has been recognised as a work-related accident under the compensation system for local government employees. Hideo Sando died at the age of 69 after developing mesothelioma, a type of cancer related to asbestos. Asbestos was formerly used in lab...

Mention heart attack and most of us will imagine a man gasping, clutching his chest, and falling to the ground. In reality, the scene may not be that dramatic. The most common heart attack symptom is chest pain, pressure or discomfort. But you could also be short of breath, sweat, faint, or feel sick to your stomach. Your neck, jaw, or shoulders might hurt. Men and women can have different...