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Daily Express
6 days ago
- Health
- Daily Express
Palliative Care Association of Kota Kinabalu eyes RM250,000 from fundraiser
Published on: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jun 17, 2025 By: Wu Vui Tek Text Size: Margaret and Dr Jaswant with the organising committee members. Kota Kinabalu: The Palliative Care Association of Kota Kinabalu (PCAKK) hopes to raise RM250,000 from its 26th annual charity dinner-cum-show at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) on Aug 8. PCAKK's current annual operating cost is about RM600,000, said organising chairperson Datuk Margaret Lim during a press conference at SICC. Advertisement To run the association, the team comprises a doctor, three nurses and an executive manager. Monthly expenses are around RM40,000. 'Our services aim to improve the quality of life for patients and families facing life-threatening illnesses. 'We currently care for patients battling cancer, organ failure, post-stroke complications and neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and motor neuron disease, as well as elderly patients with geriatric conditions. 'We also support children with life-limiting illnesses. 'PCAKK offers a home care model that provides physical, emotional and psychosocial support, enabling patients to live as actively and comfortably as possible,' she added. At present, more than 100 patients are under PCAKK's care at their homes. PCAKK President Dato' Dr Jaswant Singh said that since 1998, they have cared for over 5,200 patients and their families. 'We also collaborate closely with the Palliative Care Unit of Queen Elizabeth Hospital to ensure continuity of care,' he said. The Home Care Programme includes a full-time resident medical officer, Dr Christiannie Tay, three nurses, and a panel of medical advisors comprising Dato' Dr Jaswant Singh, Datuk Dr Ronney Bachi, and Dr Anita Boey, supported by a team of volunteers. The highlight of the evening will be a Tina Turner tribute by Irish singer Rebecca O'Connor, endorsed by Turner herself, who once described her performance as 'so good, it's scary.' The show will also feature local musicians, including saxophonist Zara Goh Flintoff and a string trio made up of Lucas Tay, Joanna Ho and Jeorgein Oh. The organising committee also thanked its long-time sponsors, including Winecellars Borneo, Sabah Publishing House, Sounds Tech Production, and Percetakan Mutiara MP Sdn Bhd, among others. Ticket prices range from RM2,000 to RM20,000, depending on the category, for a total of 150 tables. For ticket purchases, contact the PCAKK office at 088-231505 or 088-257507. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Time of India
15-06-2025
- Time of India
11 beehives removed from Ajanta Caves in week-long operation; six workers stung
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: The Archaeological Survey of India announced on Sunday that they have completed the bee relocation operation at the Ajanta Caves. During the week-long initiative, 11 large beehives were removed from this World Heritage site. The collaborative effort between the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and the forest department resulted in injuries to six staff members, who sustained bee stings on their eyes, back and other areas, despite wearing protective equipment. According to Manoj Pawar, the ASI circle in-charge for Ajanta Caves, the team worked long hours, staying until midnight and returning at 4am the following day. "It was a first-of-its-kind bee relocation operation that was carried out at the Ajanta Caves to ensure the safety of tourists. Scaffolds were erected to reach the heights of the caves where beehives were located. The rescued bees were relocated to distant places," he said. The operation started at Cave 4, subsequently extending to Caves 9 and 10, among others. The ASI authorities decided to keep the Ajanta Caves open during the operation, despite the forest department's suggestion for closure, citing regulatory requirements. Cave 10, which contained six beehives, had experienced the highest number of bee-related incidents involving tourists during summer. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Switch to UnionBank Rewards Card UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Jaswant Singh, of the Aurangabad Tourism Development Foundation, suggested implementing similar measures at the Ellora Caves. "Tourists at the Ellora Caves, too, are susceptible to bee attacks. To avoid any untoward incident, authorities must relocate bees from this second World Heritage site in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar," he said. On March 17, a bee attack at Ellora Caves led to nearly 70 visitors sustaining injuries, including a British tourist who required hospital treatment. Forest department officials indicated that a potential bee relocation operation at Ellora Caves would be considered following discussions with ASI authorities.
Borneo Post
13-06-2025
- Health
- Borneo Post
PCAKK targets RM250,000 in charity dinner
KOTA KINABALU (June 13): The Palliative Care Association of Kota Kinabalu (PCAKK) will hold its 26th Annual Charity Dinner and Show on August 8 at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), aiming to raise RM250,000 to support its palliative care services. Organising chairperson Datuk Margaret Lim said a total of 148 tables will be sold for the event, which begins at 7pm. 'Ticket prices for a table of 10 range from RM2,000 to RM20,000, with categories at RM2,000, RM3,000, RM5,000, RM10,000, RM15,000 and RM20,000,' she said at a press conference at SICC today. She added that PCAKK's current annual operating cost is approximately RM600,000. 'Our services aim to improve the quality of life for patients and families facing life-threatening illnesses,' she said. PCAKK currently provides home care services to over 100 patients, including those with cancer, organ failure, stroke, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, motor neuron disease, and other geriatric and life-limiting conditions, including young children. Equipment and medical aids are loaned out to patients free of charge. PCAKK president Datuk Dr Jaswant Singh said the association has cared for more than 5,200 patients and families since its founding in 1998. Its Home Care Programme is led by full-time resident medical officer Dr Christiannie Tay, supported by three nurses, a team of volunteers, and medical advisors Dato' Dr Jaswant Singh, Datuk Dr Ronney Bachi and Dr Anita Boey. The programme has been registered and regulated by the Ministry of Health since 2022 and collaborates closely with Queen Elizabeth Hospital's Palliative Care Unit. The Head of State of Sabah, Tun Datuk Seri Panglima (Dr) Musa Haji Aman, and Toh Puan Datin Seri Panglima Datuk Hajah Faridah Binti Haji Tussin are expected to grace the event. A highlight of the night will be a Tina Turner tribute performance by internationally acclaimed artist Rebecca O'Connor — the only tribute act personally endorsed by the late legend. PCAKK expressed appreciation to its longtime sponsors including Winecellars Borneo, Sabah Publishing House, Sounds Tech Production and Percetakan Mutiara MP Sdn Bhd, and welcomed new supporters: Infinity Club, SICC, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu, Kinabalu International Hotel Sdn Bhd, Borneo Oil Berhad, and Prima Land & Development. For ticket inquiries, contact PCAKK at 088-231505 or 088-257507.
Daily Express
06-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Express
Cancer: Stem cell therapy offers hope
Published on: Friday, June 06, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jun 06, 2025 By: David Thien Text Size: Dr Jaswant (left) receiving a memento from Dr Su. Kota Kinabalu: Side effects of chemotherapy can be treated with stem cell therapy, part of regenerative medicine that is touted as the future of healthcare to cure various diseases, including leukaemia. Oncologist at KPJ Sabah Specialist Hospital Dato' Dr Jaswant Singh, said immunotherapy helps in destroying or slowing down and shrinking cancerous tumours. Advertisement 'It stimulates or modifies the immune system. Stem cell therapy and immunotherapy can be combined to create new approaches for treating cancer,' he said. He was speaking on the 'Future of Regenerative Medicine' at a 'Generative Medicine & Biotech' seminar themed 'Restoring Health Naturally' at Hakka Hall on Monday, organised by Biolive, AIBTL Biopharma and ABVC Biopharma. Stem cell therapy is known as regenerative medicine that promotes the repair response of damaged tissues or organs. "These stem cells grow in a lab and can be manipulated to specialise in specific types of cells. 'Potential diseases that can be treated with stem cell therapy include heart disease, stroke, COPD, respiratory infections, Alzheimer's diseases, Parkinson's diseases, and diabetes,' he said. 'Regenerative medicine aims to replace damaged tissues or organs due to age, diseases, and trauma. Examples of regenerative medicine include stem cell therapy, 3D tissue engineering, and regenerative injection therapy,' he said. The panel of speakers included former Director-General of Health, Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, Prof. Dr Su Yung Tsun, the Director of Taiwan Anti-Aging Medical Association and Associate Prof. Dr Angela Ng of UKM Medical Centre's Department of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine. Dr Jaswant Singh noted that Malaysians like badminton icon Datuk Lee Chong Wei went to seek treatment for cancer in Taiwan, which has proton beam radiotherapy that is sometimes used for very rare sinus cancers. Many other countries have yet to set up such expensive equipment. For example, the Chang Gung Memorial Hospital Proton and Radiation Therapy Centre is the largest proton therapy centre of Southeast Asia and is also the first proton therapy centre in Taiwan, with costs lower than that of Singapore. Prof. Dr Su Yung Tsun, the Director of Taiwan Anti-Aging Medical Association said the government is very supportive of new treatments. Proton therapy uses protons (positively charged particles) to treat cancer. It may also be called proton beam therapy. It uses proton beams instead of x-ray beams. Protons release more energy after reaching a certain distance and then stop, while x-ray beams release energy before and after they hit their target. So protons cause less damage to tissues they pass through before reaching their target. Proton therapy causes the least amount of damage to nearby healthy tissues. In other words, unlike x-rays, which go through the patient and expose the body to radiation both before and after they hit the tumour, protons stop moving after traveling a certain distance. So the tissues behind the tumour are almost protected from radiation and even tissues in front of the tumour are exposed to less radiation than the tumour. This means that proton beam radiation can deliver radiation to the cancer while doing less damage to nearby normal tissues. Because there are so many critical structures close by, proton beam radiation can be used to treat certain tumours of the nasal cavity or paranasal sinuses. Right now, proton beam therapy is not widely available. The machines needed to make protons are very expensive, and they aren't available in many countries now.
Indian Express
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Indian Express
Of six vintage beauties in Chandigarh, a 1945-registered Austin 8, a 1967 Rajdoot
Among six vintage vehicles — five cars and a two-wheeler —registered in Chandigarh, 'AUSTIN 8', manufactured by Austin Limited, is the oldest car registered with the Registration and Licensing Authority (RLA) before Independence. According to the RLA, Chandigarh, the Austin 8 was registered as a Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) on January 25, 1945. Other vintage cars registered with the Chandigarh Regional Transport Authority (RLA) include an Austin 40, registered on May 25, 1948; a Fiat 1100, manufactured by FCA India Automobiles Private Limited, registered on April 1, 1956; a Morris Minor 1000, produced by Morris Motors Limited, registered on February 24, 1964; and a Standard Gazel, manufactured by General Motors India Private Limited, registered on September 3, 1970. Also, a two-wheeler 'Rajdoot', was registered with the RLA on May 31, 1967. Jaswant Singh, a member of the Vintage and Classic Car Club, Chandigarh, said, 'My father Balbir Singh owns a Standard Gazel registered with RLA, Chandigarh. I own a Plymouth Savoy 1955 model, manufactured by Chrysler Corporation. It's registered with the Mohali RLA.' Divulging how expensive it is to maintain a vintage car, Jaswant Singh said, 'Initially, it needed some maintenance, but thereafter it just needs timely service like any other car.' Baljeet Singh, secretary of the Vintage and Classic Car Club of Chandigarh, who owns a 1948-registered Austin 40, said, 'Club members showcase their vintage cars during different events in Chandigarh, including the Rose Festival in February, and Chandigarh Carnivals in November.' 'At present, only five vintage LMV cars are registered with the Chandigarh RLA. We have urged the Chandigarh administration to register more vintage cars,' Baljeet Singh added. Talking about the registration of vintage cars, an RLA official said, 'A 50-year-old car is registered under the vintage car category.' According to the RLA, for the registration of vintage vehicles, an application for the registration or re-registration of a vintage vehicle shall be made as per Form 20 and every application for registration shall be accompanied by a policy of insurance; an appropriate fee as specified in Rule 81, which is Rs 20,000 for registration and Rs 5000 for re-registration; a bill of entry in the case of imported vintage motor vehicles; and old Registration Certificate in case of already registered vehicle in India. As per the RLA's provision, a Vintage Motor Vehicle means any vehicle classified under vintage vehicle category — L1 and L2 categories for two-wheelers and M1 category for four-wheeler — which is more than fifty-year-old from the date of first registration after the first sale, including any vehicle imported into India, but subject to the condition — such vehicles should be maintained in its original form and should not have undergone any substantial overhaul, which includes any modification in chassis or body shell or engine. The State Registering Authority will issue a certificate for a Vintage Motor Vehicle registered by it to the owner. In addition to mechanically registered vintage cars, the city is home to several antique models. These are not registered with the RLA and are not driven. Manmohan Singh Kohli, owner of Hotel Aroma in Chandigarh and a vintage car owner, said, 'I have three vintage cars, two 1930-1940 models, an Austin, and another is a Morris Minor. These were previously registered with the RLA. Now, we do not drive them; we bring them out for exhibition.'
