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Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City, elevates cancer care with its innovative Cancer Centre

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Tan Heng Hong
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[From left] Dr Seow Vei Ken, Chief Executive Officer of Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City and Dr Heng Siew Ping, General Manager of Sunway Cancer Centre, Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City with the Leksell Gamma Knife® Icon™.

The Cancer Centre marks a paradigm shift in comprehensive, holistic cancer care

SUNWAY CITY, 23 January 2024: Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City (SMC), the largest private quaternary hospital in Malaysia, recently celebrated its state-of-the-art Cancer Centre. The event was attended by Dr. Seow Vei Ken, Chief Executive Officer of SMC and Dr. Heng Siew Ping, General Manager of Sunway Cancer Centre, marked a leap forward in cancer care, underlining a commitment to excellence and innovation.

Driven by a visionary mission and commitment to excellence, Sunway Cancer Centre aims to be the leading one-stop cancer centre, seamlessly integrating supportive and palliative care services into patient-centred cancer care that addresses the complex needs of cancer patients and their family caregivers throughout their cancer journey.

Spanning over 4,000 sqm, it is equipped with one of the largest radiotherapy departments, a chemotherapy daycare centre, a  bone marrow transplant centre, and a nuclear medicine department. This facility comprises a highly skilled, subspecialised, multidisciplinary team of clinical oncologists, adult and paediatric haematologists, bone marrow transplant physicians, and nuclear medicine physicians with vast experience in treating both solid and liquid cancers.

Dr Seow Vei Ken, Chief Executive Officer of Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City

“We take pride in the existence of our Sunway Cancer Centre, a testament to our commitment to redefining healthcare excellence. SMC stands out as a hub of innovation, and this Cancer Centre is one of our 28 centres of excellence. Our vision is to provide holistic, patient-centred care, ensuring optimal outcomes through the latest treatments, technologies, and support services,” shared Dr. Seow Vei Ken, Chief Executive Officer, Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City.

Sunway Cancer Centre’s Visionary Approach and Technological Innovation

Embracing the belief that a one-size-fits-all approach does not suffice, Sunway Cancer Centre has made significant advancements in its treatment plans and diagnostics by integrating state-of-the-art machines and cutting-edge equipment, ensuring accurate diagnostics and advanced treatment options.

The Leksell Gamma Knife® Icon™, a non-invasive, clinically proven radiosurgery for skull and brain conditions, preserving normal brain function with sophisticated radiation using stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS).

The technology ranges from the Varian TrueBeam™ and Leksell Gamma Knife® Icon™ for precise cancer treatment and care to diagnostics technology such as low-dose CT technology, Digital PET/CT scanner technology, comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP) and Circulating tumour DNA (ctDNA).

The Varian TrueBeam™ an advanced cancer treatment with 3D imaging and Linear accelerator radiation therapy (LINAC) technology for precise tumour targeting, customising radiation delivery to spare healthy tissue.

“The Cancer Centre is not merely a facility; it is a paradigm shift in how we approach cancer. With a dedicated multidisciplinary team, cutting-edge technology, and a holistic care approach, Sunway Cancer Centre sets a new standard for comprehensive cancer treatment. This marks a crucial step forward in our mission to provide accessible and compassionate healthcare,” adds Dr. Seow Vei Ken.

To further meet the demands of increased patient capacity, Sunway Cancer Centre is currently equipped with four bunkers that are fitted with two Varian linear accelerators, Leksell Gamma Knife® ICON™, and Tomotherapy, as well as brachytherapy and equipment for intraoperative radiation therapy (IORT) to treat patients with all types of cancer from common to rare. In addition, the Nuclear Medicine Centre also houses two PET/CT scanners and one SPECT-CT scanner, technologies that support the diagnosis and monitoring the cancer treatments using radiopharmaceuticals.

[From left] Dr Seow Vei Ken, Chief Executive Officer of Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City and Dr Heng Siew Ping, General Manager of Sunway Cancer Centre, Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City with the Radixact-X9 Tomotherapy.
Breakthroughs and Success Rates in Cancer Care  

“Breakthroughs in treating challenging cancers such as Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma highlight our commitment to pushing the boundaries of all cancer care. Our clinical trials, continuous research, and dedication to innovation and personalised care contribute to these advancements in the field,” shared Dr. Heng Siew Ping, General Manager of Sunway Cancer Centre, Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City.

Holistic Cancer Care for The Patient and Community

Sunway Cancer Centre goes beyond conventional cancer care by fostering emotional and psychological support through various holistic care and community initiatives, including:

  • The Cancer Buddy Programme pairs cancer survivors with patients on a voluntary basis to provide emotional and psychological support to those undergoing cancer treatments.
  • Collaborations with Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City’s allied healthcare teams in Palliative Medicine, Dietetics, Home Nursing, Speech and Hearing, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Psychiatry and Behavioural Health for well-rounded support.
  • Weekly tumour board meetings with surgeons, physicians, oncologists, radiologists, and pathologists to discuss cancer cases and treatment plans for the patient.
  • Active clinical trials that improve cancer treatment and patient quality of life.
  • Patient to Nurse Ratio of 1:5 with experienced oncology specialists providing the best possible care for the patient.
  • Supportive & Palliative Care Service that consists of a specialist-led team of doctors and nurses who have been professionally trained to care for palliative care patients.
  • Prestigious Accreditation as the Designated Centre of Integrated Oncology and Palliative Care by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) from 2018 to 2024.
  • Advocates and prioritises holistic approach in supporting cancer education, early screening and detection via public health talks.

“At Sunway Cancer Centre, we stand as a guiding light in this formidable challenge of addressing and offering patients the best possible outcomes in their cancer journey. We firmly believe that cancer is not the end. Our unwavering commitment to innovation, patient engagement, and community support is the cornerstone of our mission to redefine cancer care and offer patients support, hope and comfort. Our Cancer Buddy programme and the stories we have heard from the patients are a testament to this,” adds Dr. Heng Siew Ping.

Looking ahead, the Sunway Cancer Centre is poised for transformative growth, expanding services, enhancing patient care, and innovating in oncology. This includes the establishment of a Genetic Counselling Clinic for comprehensive testing and counselling, as well as a Survivorship Clinic for invaluable post-treatment support, reinforcing Tower C as a dedicated comprehensive cancer centre.

For more information on Sunway Cancer Centre and its initiatives, please visit https://www.sunwaymedical.com/en/

Soaring Into The New Year with Dragon-dary Looks

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Tan Heng Hong
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The new LNY Collection at Love, Bonito’s first flagship store in TRX

Love, Bonito unveils its Lunar New Year Collection at its first flagship store at Tun Razak Exchange, Kuala Lumpur

MALAYSIA, 22 JANUARY 2024 – Love, Bonito, Southeast Asia’s leading omnichannel womenswear brand, is celebrating double happiness with its first flagship store at Tun Razak Exchange (TRX), Kuala Lumpur, and the unveiling of its Eastern-inspired Lunar New Year Collection. Themed ‘Modern Reunions’, the brand seeks to honour all kinds of reunions in an era where family gatherings may look vastly different for everyone. Featuring a modern take on oriental styles, mother-daughter twinning looks and coordinated family ensembles along with specially curated gifts the Fortune Red Packets, Scarlet Tissue Box Holder and Gratitude Chopsticks,  reunions will definitely feel like home again this festive season.

Gracing the exclusive preview are Rachel Lim (Co-founder of Love, Bonito), Dione Song (Chief Executive Officer of Love, Bonito) along with Hong Kong actress and Love, Bonito Ambassador, Grace Chan. In her opening speech, Song shared that over the years, the company has grown rapidly as an omnichannel business, with over 20 physical outlets in its core regions, including Malaysia.

“It’s a proud moment showcasing our brand internationally in the bustling Tun Razak Exchange Mall. Our flagship store represents the start of a new dawn for Love, Bonito and is an elevated experience like no other, with its modern look and feel and thoughtfully curated designs like its spacious aisles and electronic queue system. More than just a physical space, this store will hold the largest range of assortment, and be the go-to destination for women’s community events and workshops.”

Embracing our Asian Roots

From Left to Right: Rachel Lim, Co-founder of Love, Bonito in the Agnes Shoulder Padded Tweed Mandarin Collar Midi Dress (Baby Blue); Grace Chan, Love, Bonito Ambassador in Llana Shoulder Padded Mandarin Collar Mini Dress (Dusty Pink) and Dione Song, CEO of Love, Bonito in Mina Padded Tweed Mandarin Collar Jumpsuit (Mustard)

Beyond being the sixth and largest Malaysia store, the brand is going all out for its Lunar New Year Collection, where each outfit exudes the symbolism of unity through auspicious colours, exclusive in-house embroidery Opulent Florals, and brocade textiles Heirloom Botanicals and Rekindled Blooms.

Rachel Lim, Co-founder of Love, Bonito, shared that the brand prides itself on being founded for the everyday Asian woman and truly embraces the Asian heritage with this collection.

“Lunar New Year is an especially special occasion for all of us and we wanted to make this a meaningful experience for families going through various kinds of reunions, including new mothers, multicultural families, and even those that carry the weight of loss,” she says candidly.

“We took it up a level and truly embraced our Asian identity with inspiration from porcelain, jade, brocades and interpreted them with a fresh modern take. To also celebrate the importance of familial bonds, we have curated styles for dads and kids for that annual family portrait!”

The Ties that Bind Us

The one-and-done Yuri Asymmetric Drape Midaxi Dress is a modern take on the traditional cheongsam, with her draped neckline and full-length elegance, ideal for first day formalities. The embodiment of good luck and joy, Yanna Mandarin Collar Romper is a stunning piece to wear with its Mandarin collar, waist-cinching fixed sash, shorter length and side pockets for angbaos.

Ila Satin Bias Cut Midi Dress in Opulent Florals (Dusty Pink), Kalani Satin Column Midi Dress in Opulent Florals (Slate Blue)

For the modern trendsetters, defy fashion norms with darker shades instead of typical reds for a chic look that transcends beyond the season: opt for the Mina Padded Tweed Mandarin Collar Jumpsuit which is perfect for after-parties and dinner outings with colleagues, or Mira Knit Midi Dress with a front hook and cut out for a new take on the classic cheongsam, plus a back slit for going all out.

A Touch of Tradition

Savour the precious moments of reunion with additional surprises for your family when you shop with us! Enjoy exclusive gifts such as Fortune Red Packets (with minimum spend of RM188 in a single receipt), Scarlet Tissue Box Holder and a pair of Gratitude Chopsticks – available 24 Jan online only (both with minimum spend of RM300 in a single receipt), whilst stocks last.

Love, Bonito’s Lunar New Year 2024 Collection is priced from RM85-RM249 and will be sold online and in-stores from 1 January 2024 (Monday) onwards. To receive online orders before Lunar New Year, visit this page to see cut-off dates.

FedEx Brings Cheer by Nourishing Underprivileged Communities

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Tan Heng Hong
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FedEx team members donated more than 200 kilograms of food and essential items to support local communities

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, January 23, 2024 — More than 2,200 team members from FedEx Express (FedEx), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, have been actively collecting over 8,000 kilograms of much-needed supplies for more than 30 non-profit organizations (NGOs) of choice across the Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (AMEA) region.

In Malaysia, the Purple Tote Campaign was conducted to support local NGOs, Kechara Soup Kitchen and Shelter Home for Children. FedEx team members collected approximately 200 kilograms of packaged food and essential items, such as instant noodles, oats, biscuits, mosquito coils and adult diapers, which were donated to the homeless and marginalised communities.

These donations of supplies were made as part of the annual FedEx Cares Purple Tote Campaign which ran between October to December 2023 to empower FedEx team members to come together and support the NGOs they value most in their local communities. FedEx volunteers from 18 markets in the region including Malaysia, Australia, China, Egypt, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Namibia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam and the United Arab Emirates took part in the program.

This year team members came together in teams of all sizes across the region. Each team worked with their charities of choice and collected goods needed most  and distributed them to the charities in FedEx Cares purple tote bags. Over 2,400 beneficiaries including young children, the elderly and the underserved groups received goods with love from FedEx team members.

“Every action that improves our world, no matter how small, is something extraordinary. These individual donations under our FedEx Cares program has created new opportunities for our team members to multiply the positive impact FedEx makes in the local communities where we live and work,” said Kawal Preet, president of Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa (AMEA) region at FedEx Express. “Committing to Do Good is one of our most important values and community action like this is one of the things that makes working at FedEx so incredibly rewarding.”

“We are proud to be able to use our resources to positively impact the welfare of local communities and contribute to the social and economic needs of the less fortunate,” said Tien Long Woon, managing director of FedEx Express Malaysia. “With surging costs of living especially in the urban areas of Malaysia[1] in recent years, we hope initiatives such as this can go a long way towards supporting our purpose of connecting people and possibilities.”

As part of FedEx Cares, team members around the globe are encouraged to come together to ‘Drive forward. Give back’ by volunteering and doing countless acts of caring throughout the year. Earlier In April 2023, FedEx teams across AMEA came together under the ’50 Days of Caring’ to support FedEx 50th anniversary. This program mobilized more than 1,000 FedEx volunteers and their families in community-based activities focused on sustainability and environmental protection, education, welfare, and support for the underserved. Learn more at fedexcares.com.

[1] World Bank, October 2023

White Rabbit candy celebrates CNY with a pop-up at Paragon, featuring limited edition candy tins and adorable merch!

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Tan Heng Hong
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The White Rabbit creamy candy, officially imported into Singapore by Hao Food SG, welcomes Chinese New Year with a special pop-up store at the atrium of Paragon! Happening from now till 8 February, the popup features a wide range of special White Rabbit-themed merchandise, including new, limited edition candy tins and adorable merch, that the young and young-at-heart will love.

Read on for some of our favourite highlights at the Paragon pop-up!

White Rabbit Assorted Candies Tin (Dragon Year Version)

Unleash the magic of the Dragon Year with this new, limited-edition White Rabbit Assorted Candies Tin Dragon Version ($23.80)! With a delightful flavour mix of unique White Rabbit flavours, including Coffee, Yoghurt, Mustard, and not forgetting our all-time favourite Original, it will surely be a hit amongst visitors this auspicious season.

“Wow” your family and friends with the ingenious duality of the White Rabbit Assorted Candies Tin as it transforms into a functional tissue holder. Plus, stack two tins for a special surprise, revealing a full-size dragon illustration, symbolising well wishes for the new year.

White Rabbit Assorted Candies Tin (Rabbit Version)

Prefer the classics? Love rabbits? So do we! For those who seek a touch of whimsy, our White Rabbit Assorted Candies Tin Rabbit Version ($23.80) awaits. Adorned with cheerful rabbits immersed in Chinese cultural celebrations, this tin encapsulates the festive spirit. This tin includes a packet of original White Rabbit candies in six delightful flavours: original, coffee, prune, yoghurt, mustard, and red bean.

White Rabbit Vintage Retro Tin

Take a trip down memory lane with our Vintage Retro Tin, a nod to the charm of old-school biscuit tins. Filled with nostalgic Original-flavoured White Rabbit candies, this retro tin becomes not just a treat for your taste buds but a cherished container for any sentimental keepsakes.

Other adorable White Rabbit merch

Here’s a fluffy friend that will be at home whether he’s on your living room couch or at your office desk! You’ll be able to find the White Rabbit Fluffy pillow at Hao Food SG’s Paragon pop-up, along with plenty of other White Rabbit-themed merch, such as tote bags, umbrellas, pins, stickers, and so much more!

For more, be sure to check out Hao Food SG’s official Instagram, as well as the official White Rabbit candy Instagram.

Limited-edition OREO Pokémon cookies come to Malaysia and Singapore

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Tan Heng Hong
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Mondelez has released the limited-edition OREO Pokémon cookies in selected markets, including Malaysia and Singapore. Targeting Pokémon fans young and old, the limited edition OREO comes in Vanilla, Strawberry, and Chocolate. There is a unique Choco Banana flavour as well. The packaging of the Choco Banana flavour features Pikachu on the bright yellow packaging.

Each cookie pack features a random assortment of Pokémon character designs, so you can collect all 16 Oreo Pokemon embossed cookies. There is a Pokémon photocard inside every multipack.

Pacific West forays into cheesy treats with Dairy West

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Tan Heng Hong
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Pacific West Malaysia has recently launched Dairy West, a new line of cheesy treats. From gourmet melts to savoury snacks, Dairy West has your cravings covered. The range comprises the following products:

  • Crumbled Chilli Nachos Bites (250g)
  • Crumbled Fig Cheese Balls (250g)
  • Crumbled Sweet Potato Cheese Fingers (250g)
  • Crumbled Raisin Cheese Balls (250g)
  • Crumbled Cheese Sticks (250g)
  • Crumbled Jalapeno Cheese Fingers (250g)

The Crumbled Fig Cheese Balls and Crumbled Raisin Cheese Balls are unique treats blending fig and raisin with cheese. The spicy cheese treats are Crumbled Jalapeno Cheese Fingers and Crumbled Chilli Nachos Bites.

Buy them now on Pacific West Malaysia’s official store on Shopee.

Go meat-less with Pacific Greens Plant-Based Tempura Fish Fillet

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Tan Heng Hong
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Image credit: Minimeinsights.com

Pacific West Foods has added Plant-Based Tempura Fish Fillet (325g) as a new addition to its plant-based Pacific Greens series in Malaysia. The key ingredients are wheat flour, palm oil, rice flour, tapioca starch, sugar, yeast extract, soy protein and salt.

The Pacific Green Series comprises seafood: Plant-based Crispy Scallops, Plant-based Crispy Calamari Rings, and Plant-based Fishless Finger, while the meat series contains Plant-based Wholly Burger, Plant-based Classic Beef Burger, and Plant-based Classic Beef Balls.

Buy now on Pacific West Foods’ official store on Shopee.

Try Campbell’s new souplicious choices

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Tan Heng Hong
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Campbell’s Soup Malaysia has introduced The Gold Label to offer consumers an exquisite taste with two souplicious choices – Crab Chowder and Cream of Assorted Mushroom with Beetroot. Both products are made in Malaysia and are certified halal by JAKIM. The Gold Label soup products are sold in Hong Kong and are now available in Malaysia. 

 

Puck cheese is available now at AEON Malaysia

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Tan Heng Hong
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Puck cheese products by Arla Foods is now available in Malaysia. Savour the extraordinary taste of Puck Cheese – where indulgence meets excellence. The Puck cheese range includes cream cheese, stick cheese and cheese slices. Puck cheese is available now at AEON.

Lot 100 Chinese New Year Heng Ong Huat perfect for gifting

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Tan Heng Hong
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F&N has unveiled the Lot 100 Chinese New Year Heng Ong Huat, perfect for gifting. The gift pack contains Lot 100 fruity gummy in mango and two limited edition flavors, pineapple and calamansi.

Find them at AEON, AEON Big, Sunshine (Penang), Village Grocer & more or buy now on F&N’s official store on Shopee.

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