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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 (Bernama) — The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has launched the “Hallo” Hong Kong Halloween promotion on Oct 15 as visitors immerse themselves in the electrifying spirit of Halloween in the city this October and get ready for a haunting array of hair-raising happenings at various venues around town.

Whimsical and creative Halloween-themed decor adorned HKTB visitor centres, MTR stations, sight-seeing transport facilities and various hot spots across the city, inviting visitors and locals to take photos, enjoy the intense vibes and demonstrate to the world’s Hong Kong’s unparalleled fun-loving festive charm.

In a statement, HKTB Executive Director, Dane Cheng said: “Among cities in Asia, Hong Kong is one of those with the most buoyant Halloween ambience, with a wide range of celebrations and unique experiences.

“Riding on the Government’s launch of the ‘Night Vibes Hong Kong’ campaign and spending offers, the HKTB is leveraging the festival to further strengthen the celebratory ambience by putting up jovial decor city-wide, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the fun experience as soon as they set foot in town, while the local public also enjoy the celebrations.”

One of the HKTB’s top four trendy, eye-catching Halloween hot spots and must-try experiences is trick-or-treating at HKTB Visitor Centres located at Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong West Kowloon Station, and the Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry Pier.

Visitors can drop by for a trick or treat with the staff and pick up a delectable treat, or may even get a chance to receive a limited-edition festive charm on the days leading up to Halloween in addition to the HKTB helping them plan a customised Halloween itinerary.

Meanwhile, starting Oct 18, 10 of Hong Kong’s MTR stations, including Central, Ocean Park, Causeway Bay, Wan Chai, Tsim Sha Tsui and Sham Shui Po, are decked out in their colourful seasonal best, each specially designed with elements inspired by authentic local features or landmarks in their respective areas.

Furthermore, visitors will be able to experience the vibrant side of Hong Kong and the night vibes of the charming Victoria Harbour by hopping on board the Sightseeing Bus, the Star Ferry and the Dukling junk boat, dressed up in colourful Halloween attire, and embark on a pleasant journey across Hong Kong Island and Kowloon.

Colourful and gleeful pumpkins, spirits, bats, spiders and candies in the form of neon lights, marquees and LED art installations will also take over six tourist hot spots including the Park Lane Shopper’s Boulevard, Avenue of Stars, and Mid-Levels Escalator in Central, creating an extra level of Halloween aura and party ambience in the city.

— BERNAMA

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Oct 16 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In conjunction with breast cancer awareness month, the Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) together with Subang Jaya Medical Centre, organised a thought-provoking panel discussion titled “‘My family has a history of breast cancer, should I be worried? What screening should I do?” at the MHTC headquarters in Kuala Lumpur. The event aimed to create more awareness on the importance of early detection and provide valuable insights into breast cancer prevention and screening methods.

The panel was joined by Dr. Teh Mei Sze, a Consultant Breast Surgeon (Oncoplastic), and Ms. Yoon Sook Yee, a Certified Genetic Counsellor, both shared their expertise and knowledge on breast cancer prevention, genetic factors, and the latest advancements in screening techniques.

The panel discussion is aligned with this year’s breast cancer awareness month theme, Thrive365. This theme emphasises the importance of a holistic approach to breast cancer prevention and encourages individuals to prioritise their overall well-being throughout the year.

Breast cancer affects both genders, and it is crucial to raise awareness about the disease among men as well. According to recent statistics, breast cancer cases in Malaysia have been on the rise, with approximately 5,000 new cases reported each year. While some cases are hereditary, comprising only 5-10%, the majority of breast cancers result from factors like environment and lifestyle. Early detection plays a vital role in improving survival rates, and regular screenings are recommended for individuals above the age of 40.

Farizal B. Jaafar, Acting Chief Executive Officer of MHTC, expressed his enthusiasm for the event, stating, “This event is a testament to our commitment in the battle against breast cancer. We are delighted to collaborate with one of the finalists of our Flagship Medical Tourism Hospital programme, Subang Jaya Medical Centre, to organise this session today. We hope that with such platforms, we can revive the idea of being more aware and more “alert” around breast cancer, a disease that for the most part is detectable in early stages, with better outcomes for those who are diagnosed with it.”

MHTC remains dedicated to raising awareness about breast cancer and saving lives. Through initiatives like discussions, MHTC aims to empower individuals with knowledge and encourage proactive steps towards breast cancer prevention and early detection.

To learn more about breast cancer and for more information on Malaysia Healthcare and its services, please visit https://malaysiahealthcare.org/ or visit our social feeds at: www.facebook.com/MHTCMalaysia or at LinkedIn (Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council).

For media enquiries:

Tutie Ismail
Vice President
Communications
Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council
tutie@mhtc.org.my

Chandrika Bhaskaran
Senior Manager
Public Relations & Content Communications
Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council
chandrika.b@mhtc.org.my

ABOUT THE MALAYSIA HEALTHCARE TRAVEL COUNCIL

The Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) is a government agency under the Ministry of Health Malaysia that has been entrusted with the responsibility of curating the country’s healthcare travel scene, making it a key export service industry. Founded in 2009, MHTC works to streamline industry players and service providers in facilitating and growing Malaysia’s healthcare travel industry under the brand “Malaysia Healthcare” with the intended goal of making Malaysia the leading global healthcare destination. MHTC works closely with over 90 private healthcare facilities in Malaysia, who are registered members of MHTC.

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SOURCE : Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council 

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FUZHOU, China, Oct. 13 2023 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/–

On 12th October, the World Marine Equipment Conference 2023 was held in Fuzhou, China. The event, jointly sponsored by the People’s Government of Fujian Province, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the People’s Republic of China, and the Ministry of Transport of the People’s Republic of China, is a significant international gathering that focuses on the field of marine equipment. As a high-level, high-energy and high performing conference, it is dedicated to promoting cooperation and knowledge exchange within the industry across the world.

The World Marine Equipment Conference 2023 is themed “Carrying the Dreams of Humanity to New Horizons”, and organizes a range of activities that cater to professionals in the field, including the opening ceremony and main forum, 6 thematic forums and an achievement exhibition, and multiple side events are held concurrently, according to Fuzhou Leading Group for the Preparation of the Conference.

During the opening ceremony and main forum, both domestic and international organizations, experts, scholars and heads from well-known enterprises in the field of marine equipment attend and make insightful keynote reports. The 6 thematic forums seminars, each focusing on a specific industrial topic, include the Asian Shipbuilding Technology Forum, the International Deep-Water Port Construction and Development Forum, the World Marine Civilization Exchange and Mutual Learning Forum, the Deep-sea and Far-sea Aquaculture Equipment and Industry Ecological Forum, the Green and Intelligent Development of Inland Ships Forum, and the International Boat Industry Development Forum. Up to now, more than 300 important guests have been invited to attend the forum.

The achievement exhibition showcases products, technologies and solutions that have received authoritative recognition and awards in the field of marine equipment since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China. Notably, Fujian’s achievements in building a strong marine province and the outstanding achievements in developing maritime equipment of various regions and fields in China are also unveiled.

A number of side events are held concurrently, featuring the China Marine Equipment Expo and the Marine Equipment Industry Chain and Supply Chain Ecological Conference hosted by China State Shipbuilding Group, and the Marine Economic Cooperation Innovation and Development Conference held by the People’s Government of Fujian Province.

Source: Fuzhou Leading Group for the Preparation of the World Marine Equipment Conference 2023

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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 (Bernama) — ALTY Orthopaedic Hospital, one of Malaysia’s first single-specialty comprehensive orthopaedic hospital today announced a collaboration with PETRONAS Dagangan Berhad’s café venture, Café Mesra, to further enhance patient experience and stay in the hospital.

Rapidly expanding to 61 outlets, Café Mesra is reaching more Malaysians through its presence in PETRONAS stations, standalone cafes, and kiosks. Designed with a twist that blends delectable food and artisanal coffee, Mesra Retail & Cafe perfectly aligns with ALTY Orthopaedic Hospital’s core values.

With the opening of the first hospital location for Café Mesra, patients can enjoy the delights of crafted coffee and indulge in delightful pastries, snacks, and meals in ALTY’s warm and welcoming environment.

ALTY Orthopaedic Hospital’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr Savitha Dharan said, “As ALTY continuously looks at enhancing our services with patient experience as a priority, we realise that this includes engagement beyond just the care they seek.”  

“Café Mesra embodies similar core values emphasising quality which are aligned with our values and commitment at ALTY. We are pleased to be the first single-specialty hospital location for Café Mesra and look forward to welcoming our patients to enjoy this new service offering with this partnership” Dr Savitha added.

Mesra Retail & Café Sdn Bhd, Chief Executive Officer, Ian Malcolm Cruddas said, “We are thrilled to partner with ALTY Hospital to open our 55^th outlet that supports our aspiration to deliver quality yet affordable food and beverage experience to customers. Not only does Café Mesra serve as a welcoming space for individuals to unwind at ALTY, but they can also enjoy handcrafted coffee brewed with Embun which is our signature blend of 100% arabica beans, an array of hot pastries, snacks and meals. This collaboration is a testament to our pursuit of making our customers’ everyday lives simpler and better as we believe quality food and beverages should be accessible to everyone.”

About ALTY Orthopaedic Hospital

ALTY (‘Adding Life to Years’) Orthopaedic Hospital, formerly known as HSC Medical Center is your one-stop specialist centre providing you and your loved ones comprehensive modern care on all orthopaedic and musculoskeletal conditions.

As a holistic, premier orthopaedic hospital, we specialise in surgical and non-surgical treatments, offering cutting edge solutions through our Spine and Joint Clinics. With contemporary facilities and state-of-the-art equipment, patient well-being and recovery is at the heart of what we do. 

Our dedicated team of renowned orthopaedic specialists with decades of experience in practice as well as other highly trained healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses and other support staff aim to provide an exceptional standard of personal and professional care to patients.

#ALTYortho #feelitinyourbones #AddingLifeToYears

ABOUT PETRONAS DAGANGAN BERHAD
 
PETRONAS Dagangan Berhad is the principal domestic marketing arm of Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS), the national oil company, which holds 63.94% of its equity. Incorporated in Malaysia under the Companies Act 1965 on 5 August 1982 and listed on the Main Board of Bursa Malaysia on 8 March 1994, PDB has since established itself as Malaysia’s leading retailer and marketer of downstream oil and gas products.

The Company markets a wide range of high-quality petroleum products including motor gasoline, aviation fuel, kerosene, diesel, fuel oil, bunker fuel, lubricants, liquefied natural gas (LNG) liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and bitumen in Malaysia.            

As part of its strategy to grow its non-fuel offerings, the Company has incorporated Mesra Retail & Café Sdn Bhd in 2021, which focuses on food and beverage (F&B) business.

Since 2015, PDB has been certified as a constituent company member of FTSE4Good Index Series – a testament to the Company’s demonstration of strong environmental, social and governance practices measured against globally recognised standards.

SOURCE: HSC Medical Centre (KL) Sdn Bhd

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
ALTY Orthopaedic Hospital
Name: Poovenraj Kanagaraj
Senior Executive, Marketing Communication
Tel: 016-5317292
Email: poovenraj.kanagaraj@altyortho.com
 
PETRONAS DAGANGAN BERHAD
Name: Myra Liyana Razali
Tel: 03 – 2392 7252 | 012 – 689 0188
Email: myraliyana.razali@petronas.com.my

Name: Nurul Athirah M Khaidir
Tel: 03 – 2392 4759 | 012 – 682 5608
Email: nurulathirah.mkhaid@petronas.com.my

–BERNAMA

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) — Altuz Academy, a leading educational institution dedicated to providing evidence-based solutions for students with learning differences, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its Orton-Gillingham BM (Bahasa Malaysia) program. This exciting initiative coincides with International Dyslexia Awareness Month, celebrated annually in October.

Dyslexia, a neurobiological condition that affects reading and language processing, presents unique challenges to individuals, especially when their primary language is Bahasa Malaysia. To address this crucial issue, Altuz Academy has developed the Orton-Gillingham BM program, an evidence-based, multisensory approach to reading instruction designed to empower dyslexic students to excel in their native language.

The Orton-Gillingham BM program is rooted in a rich tradition of language instruction, leveraging structured literacy methodologies to provide students with tailored strategies for reading and writing. Through a unique blend of visual, auditory, and kinesthetic techniques, this program aims to break down barriers and unlock the full potential of dyslexic learners.

“Altuz Academy is committed to transforming the lives of individuals with dyslexia by providing them with the tools and support they need to thrive academically and beyond,” said Dr Choy Su-Ling, the co-founder of Altuz Academy. “With the launch of our Orton-Gillingham BM program, we are extending our reach and making a significant impact on students with dyslexia in Malaysia.”

“We have been teaching the Orton-Gillingham English module for over five years. As the gold standard for literacy intervention, we have seen how much it has helped students make significant progress,” she added. “Adding on the BM module is a natural progression of our teaching solutions.”

Throughout Dyslexia Awareness Month, Altuz Academy will also conduct awareness campaigns and workshops aimed at educating the public about dyslexia and the importance of early intervention. These initiatives are part of Altuz Academy’s ongoing commitment to raising awareness and advocating for individuals with dyslexia in Malaysia. 

Altuz Academy invites educators, parents, ESG professionals, and the general public to join them in celebrating the launch of the Orton-Gillingham BM program and Dyslexia Awareness Month. Together, we can create a more inclusive and supportive educational environment for all students.

For more information about Altuz Academy and its Orton-Gillingham BM program, please visit http://www.altuzacademy.com or contact +601165126881 or info@altuzacademy.com.

About Altuz Academy

Altuz Academy is the premier Orton-Gillingham centre in Malaysia dedicated to supporting students with learning differences. With a mission to empower dyslexic individuals, Altuz Academy offers a range of evidence-based programs and services to help students reach their full potential academically and in life. For more information, please visit www.altuzacademy.com.

Issued on behalf of : Altuz Academy

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