Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects how individuals communicate, interact, and experience the world, with each child developing in their own unique way. More families are seeking guidance to better understand and support their children. With the right environment, patience, and access to resources, children with autism can continue to learn and thrive. PMC supports families through accessible healthcare and health screening.

Medical emergencies can strike at any time, and having timely access to professional care is crucial. Putra Medical Centre (PMC) in Alor Setar provides round-the-clock emergency services for Kedah and northern Malaysia, handling everything from sudden chest pain and severe injuries to high fevers and sudden weakness. Beyond urgent care, PMC also promotes community health awareness.

Video gaming offers an immersive and enjoyable experience. However, prolonged exposure to high-intensity audio, particularly through headphones, may pose risks to hearing health. With more than one billion young people worldwide at risk due to unsafe listening practices, it is essential to remain aware of early warning signs such as ringing in the ears or temporary hearing loss.

Supporting Mothers Through Every Stage of Motherhood highlights the importance of accessible, well-coordinated maternity care from pregnancy through postnatal recovery. It emphasizes that comprehensive services, such as antenatal monitoring, safe delivery, and follow-up can help ensure the health and wellbeing of both mother and baby.

Dato’ Lee Gaik Cheng, Managing Director of PMCK Berhad, has spent more than three decades helping grow Putra Medical Centre Alor Setar into a leading healthcare provider in northern Malaysia. Under her leadership, the hospital expanded into a 121-bed facility with multiple specialties, earned regional recognition including the ACES Awards.

The first days of life are a crucial time for newborn adjustment. A calm, well-regulated nursery environment helps reduce stress and supports routine monitoring, feeding, and rest. At Putra Medical Centre (PMC), thoughtful nursery design, including functional electric beds and consistent climate control, forms part of a broader commitment to safe and supportive newborn care.