What Happens To The Stateless When They Fall Sick?
March 1, 2021
Imagine fracturing your shoulder and the only medical care you can afford is just painkillers. Going to the clinic or hospital is out of the
Category: Health & Wellbeing
The Heavy Toll On Single Mothers During The Pandemic
February 25, 2021
Written by: Rachel Tan If you think raising a child isn’t overwhelming enough, try doing without your spouse’s help and support, keeping up with household
8 Things You Need To Know About Mental Health And Poverty
February 4, 2021
“Are you in your right mind?” This question is becoming more literal as conversations on mental health become more prominent in recent years. Mental health
Healthcare Trends Caused By Poverty In Malaysia
January 20, 2021
Although poverty does not automatically determine a person’s health status, it does influence it to a great extent. Download this whitepaper as it briefly outlines seven healthcare trends among those in the low-income group.
Three Surprising Health Facts About The B40 Community
January 14, 2021
This article explores three interesting facts that we found out about the B40 community in Malaysia. It may help you to understand that people in poverty face a web of food and nutrition related issues and they require an array of interventions.
Debunking Four Myths Of Domestic Violence Among The Poor
January 6, 2021
Domestic violence is a global issue that stretches far beyond classification by socio-economic, cultural, racial and class distinctions. Usually, no one group specifically resonates with this behaviour, yet cases are often linked to those inhabiting urban poor domains. There are many myths circulating about the relationship between domestic violence and urban poverty. Here we challenge some of the most widely believed and deep rooted misconceptions.
Budaya Di Tempat Kerja: Faktor Yang Mendorong Masalah Kesihatan Mental Dalam Kalangan B40
December 24, 2020
Hampir 2 daripada 5 pekerja (39.1%) pernah mengalami pembulian di tempat kerja. Didapati bahawa pekerja dari kumpulan berpendapatan rendah yang berpendapatan kurang dari RM3,999 sebulan adalah yang paling mungkin dibuli dan menghadapi kerosakan psikologi.
The “Panadol Problem” Among The Poor
December 23, 2020
Self-medication is taking medicines without consulting a doctor. But often, people don’t realise how dangerous self medication can be and puts the person at risk of adverse effects. Most drugs have side effects and contraindications if taken excessively or in conjunction with other medication.
The Myth Of Being Too Poor To Afford Drugs
December 23, 2020
Did you know that a total of 300,00 adults in Malaysia have used drugs at least once in their lifetime? That’s not all, 100,000 Malaysian adults have been recorded as currently using drugs.
Lower Income Groups Are More Likely To Experience Workplace Bullying
December 14, 2020
Mental health has been a growing topic in recent years, but little is known of the extent of workplace bullying in Malaysia. Individuals that are bullied at work are at a greater risk of having poor mental health as a result of the psychological distress.