Perlis Named As State With The Most Diabetic Residents In Malaysia
A representative of the Kangar District Health Office urged the public to avoid sugary foods and drinks.
By Arisha Rozaidee — 18 Nov 2019, 01:20 PM
Perlis has recently been identified as the state with the most diabetic residents in Malaysia
According to a report by Bernama on Sunday, 17 November, the statistics are based on the population ratio.
Kangar District Health Office chief assistant officer of environmental health, food safety, and quality Zaferidin Hashim spoke of the alarming statistics in his speech at the Komuniti Sihat Perkasa Negara event at Taman Guru Jaya, Perlis.
Zaferidin advised residents to avoid sugary food and drinks as it poses health risks
Malaysiakini reported that he encouraged everyone to cook their own food so freshness is guaranteed without the excessive use of flavourings that can have a detrimental effect on health.
