World No Tobacco Day May 31

May 29, 2026

Why you as a non smoker, should take notice and advocate Government to increase Tax on Cigarette and Ban Vaping.

High vaping and smoking rates in Malaysia severely burden non-smokers, increasing risks of heart and lung disease through passive exposure and threatening children’s respiratory health [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]. Non-smokers face diminished public space enjoyment as smokers frequently violate the Smoking Products Control for Public Health Act 2024, placing further strain on the nation's healthcare system [7, 8, 9, 10]. Read the full analysis at Tobacco Reporter.
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Diabetes Center - About Us

Diabetes Malaysia Cawangan Negeri Pulau Pinang (formerly known as Persatuan Diabetis Malaysia PDM ) Established in 1996 under the leadership of Dr Pang Chu Yen , Preventive Care Expert & Consultant, it is now run by a group of volunteers, with a balanced mixture of Healthcare professionals and lay/public who are interested in diabetes care. Motto: "Empowering Diabetics and Carers toward Great QoL (Quality of Life)". Registered Address: C/O Penang Adventist Hospital 26-D, Scott Road 10350, Pulau Pinang Within Penang Adventist Hospital Tel : +604 222 7735 Mobile : +6016 459 3031; WhatsApp: +0124957570 Email: diabetespenang@gmail.com or diabetes@pah.com.my Facebook: Diabetes Malaysia, Penang Branch Current Office Bearers (2025 - 2027) Chairperson : Dr Dicky NG Teik Kee Vice Chair : Mr Sugumaran Honorary Secretary : Mr Wong Loy Ming Hon Asst Secretary : Ms Ho Mee Fung Hon Treasurer : ...

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