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Malaysian Family Physician
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ISSN 1985-2274 · Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia · 829 artikel di indeks
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Perception of Malaysian primary care practitioners towards patients with substance use disorders in Selangor and its associated factors: A cross-sectional study
Introduction: Substance use disorders (SUDs) represent a significant public health concern, with an estimated 36.3 million people affected worldwide and approximately 100,000 active drug users in Malaysia. As individuals with SUDs frequently disengage from treatment, the cultivation of…
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Patient education for improving the quality of life among community-dwelling survivors of stroke: A scoping review
Introduction: Survivors of stroke frequently encounter difficulties with self-care and self-management, adversely affecting their long-term quality of life (QoL). Patient education is vital in enhancing their QoL, but its overall efficacy must be established. This scoping review aimed to elucidate…
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Affirming generative artificial intelligence as a co-pilot, not a co-author, in medical and scientific writing
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Neck swelling in a patient with gout – What is the cause?
We describe the case of a 55-year-old man with underlying tophaceous gout who presented with a 6-month history of multiple joint pains and associated constitutional symptoms. Physical examination revealed firm and non-tender swelling measuring 3×4 cm adjacent to the left clavicular head. This…
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Practice of smoking cessation counselling and its associated factors among government primary healthcare workers in Perak: A cross-sectional study
Introduction: Primary healthcare workers are in a strategic position to promote smoking cessation due to their accessibility. This study aimed to determine smoking cessation counselling (SCC) practice among primary healthcare workers and identify its associated factors. Methods: A cross-sectional…
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Family characteristics and non-food expenditure as determinants of dietary diversity among children aged 24–59 months in Karangkamulyan Village, Banten, Indonesia: A cross-sectional study
Introduction: Low dietary diversity is strongly associated with anaemia, stunting and underweight in young children. However, its determinants vary across populations. This study aimed to evaluate the association of dietary diversity with child and family characteristics among children aged 24–59…
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Epidemiological features and prevalence patterns of prediabetes outcomes in an east coast Malaysian cohort: A retrospective cohort study
Introduction: The rising prevalence of prediabetes poses a significant public health challenge worldwide. This descriptive study aimed to offer insights into the epidemiological characteristics and progression patterns of prediabetes, which are crucial for informing effective interventions and…
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Implementation research in Primary Care (Part 2): How to conduct implementation research?
This paper is the second paper on implementation research in primary care. This paper outlines key processes for conducting implementation research, emphasising the importance of selecting relevant theories, models, and frameworks to guide each stage. Three core steps common for implementation…
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Implementation research in Primary Care (Part 1): What is implementation research?
Implementation research plays a vital role in narrowing the “evidence-to-practice” gap in primary care by ensuring that evidence-based interventions are not only adopted but also embedded into routine clinical practice in a sustainable way. This is especially important in primary care, where…
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Psychosis with untreated hypothyroidism: How a generalist made a difference
Myxoedema psychosis is a rare but treatable condition resulting from severe hypothyroidism. We report the case of a man who presented to a primary healthcare facility seeking a medical report for financial assistance, having lost his job after being treated for schizophrenia. A comprehensive…
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Prevalence and associated factors of malnutrition among indigenous infants in Sepang and Kuala Langat: A cross-sectional study
Introduction: Malnutrition has emerged as a national issue in Malaysia, especially among indigenous populations. The types of feeding practices affect infantile growth in early life. Detecting malnutrition early and increasing awareness of its contributing factors are critical in handling this…
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Prevalence of sexual and reproductive health issues among school-going adolescents in Hulu Langat District, Malaysia: Findings from the Borang Saringan Status Kesihatan Remaja – A cross-sectional study
Introduction: Adolescents face complex challenges in sexual and reproductive health (SRH), yet local data remain limited, especially in Malaysia. This study aimed to examine the prevalence of SRH-related behaviours among school-going adolescents in Hulu Langat District, using data from Borang…
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Prevalence and trend of anaemia and haemoglobinopathy among pregnant indigenous women in Kuala Kangsar, Perak: A retrospective observational study
Introduction: Anaemia during pregnancy is a global health concern, particularly among indigenous populations such as the Orang Asli (OA) in Malaysia. Haemoglobinopathies further exacerbate this issue. This study aimed to examine the prevalence of anaemia and haemoglobinopathy and its associated…
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Metaphoric medicine: A retrospective clinical audit of glycaemic outcomes associated with an analogy-based consultation framework for insulin-treated type 2 diabetes mellitus
Introduction: Poor glycaemic control among patients with insulin-treated type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in Malaysia remains a major challenge despite increased insulin use. Patient education is limited by complex medical explanations and lack of standardised consultation protocols. Methods: We…
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Prevalence and associated factors of low resilience among public primary healthcare workers in Kuala Lumpur: A cross-sectional study
Introduction: Primary healthcare systems face many challenges, making it imperative to assess the resilience of primary healthcare workers (HCWs). This study aimed to uncover the prevalence and associated factors of low resilience among HCWs in W.P. Kuala Lumpur. Methods: A cross-sectional study…
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Prevalence, predictors, barriers and facilitators of self-monitoring of blood glucose in patients with type 2 diabetes: A multicentre cross-sectional study
Introduction: Self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) is vital for diabetes self-care, but its uptake in Malaysia remains low. This study aimed to determine the prevalence, predictors, barriers and facilitators of SMBG among patients with type 2 diabetes in Malaysian primary care settings. Methods…
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Translating the 2023 Malaysian Heart Failure Clinical Practice Guidelines (5th Edition) into primary care practice
Heart failure (HF) is a major public health concern in Malaysia, with increasing prevalence and significant morbidity and mortality. The 2023 Malaysian HF Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs) (5th Edition) provide updated, evidence-based recommendations tailored for local practice, particularly in…
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Uptake rate of influenza vaccines and its associated factors among patients with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in Klang Valley: A health belief model study
Introduction: Influenza is a significant cause of morbidity among patients with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). In Malaysia, the Ministry of Health recently updated the national formulary to include influenza vaccination for senior citizens aged 60 years and above with at…