The impact of covid-19 lockdown on family planning services in Selangor: pattern and geo-demographic profiles
Item Type: Scientific Poster
Author:
Samat, Nor Azah and
Ismail, Kamarul and
Muhammad Sapri, Noor Azlin and
Amin, Noor Azlina and
Zunikasma, Amira and
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Year: 2024
Abstract: The Movement Control Order (MCO) or lockdown implemented in Malaysia as a measure to prevent the spread of COVID-19, affects all sectors including education, business, health, and more. Family planning services are among those affected by these restrictions. Family planning is...[Read More]
The psychological distress, coping patterns and social support during the Covid-19 pandemic among Malaysian older adults
Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
Author:
Mohd Hairi, Noran Naqiah and
Awang, Halimah and
Apalasamy, Yamunah Devi and
Mohammad, Massita and
Zainal Abidin, Aini Fazana and
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Year: 2024
Abstract: Novel coronavirus SARS-COV 2 , when during Covid-19 pandemic older adults are of particular concern because of risk factor, high prevalence of NCD, need for regular healthcare, long term medication. About 4 millions (11%) are aged 60 years and above. The research objectives are to...[Read More]
The likelihood of self-perceived loneliness among older persons in Malaysia
Item Type: Article
Author:
Mahmud, Adzmel and
Jani, Rohana and
Erfanian, Azadeh and
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Year: 2024
Abstract: As people grow older, the risk of becoming lonely increases. Loneliness has a negative impact on both mental and physical health in older persons. Although research on loneliness among older persons is expanding, less is known about loneliness in Southeast Asia, particularly Malaysia....[Read More]
The 57th Session of The Commission On Population And Development, United Nations New York, 29 April – 3 May 2024
Item Type: Country Statement
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National Population and Family Development Board, Malaysia, and
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Year: 2024
Abstract: Malaysia like many other countries is becoming an aging nation due to declining fertility and increasing life expectancy. As 10.7 per cent of its population aged above 60 in 2020, Malaysia is expected to reach aged nation status by 2030. In this regard, Malaysia has revised its...[Read More]
The development of Family Well-Being Index: Malaysia experience. EGM on interlinkages between migration, urbanization, new technologies, demographic trends and climate change in Asia.
Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
Author:
Mahpul, Irwan Nadzif and
Ishak, Ismahalil and
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Year: 2024
Abstract: The Malaysian Family Well-Being Index (MFWBI) was initiated in 2011 by the NPFDB with the aim to measure the levels of family well-being in the country and to recommend strategic initiatives to strengthen the implementation of future family intervention programs in Malaysia. In 2016,...[Read More]
The Evolution of a Progressively Graying Staff: A Bibliometric Analysis
Item Type: Book Section
Author:
Ramli, Suraya Fadilah and
Ismail, Noriszura and
Isa, Zaidi and
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Editor:
Lai, Siow Li and
Palil, Mohd Rizal and
Supaat, Dina Imam and
Year: 2023
Abstract: The development of research on demographic and related aspects of the ageing workforce is crucial to resolve the labour shortage issue and the increase in retirement age.
The linkage of government assistance programs towards digital and financial well-being of small household income families in urban area during covid-19 pandemic
Item Type: Book Section
Author:
Abdullah Salim, Abdullah Sallehhuddin and
Md Yatim, Norzarina and
Abu Said, Al Mansor and
Hasnan, Bakhtiar and
Mohamed Khairi, Mohd Firdaus and
Hasbullah, Fauwaz and
Abdul Ghani, Rosmonaliza and
Affandi, Khuzailah and
Aziz, Azlan and
Author:
Editor:
Lai, Siow Li and
Palil, Mohd Rizal and
Supaat, Dina Imam and
Year: 2023
Abstract: The Covid-19 pandemic and the Movement Control Order (MCO) have had a negative impact on the financial well-being and digital well-being of B40 or small household income families in urban areas. In responding to the crisis, the government had launched multiple assistance programs to...[Read More]
The relationships between personal values, travel motivation, and subjective well-being of Malaysian adults
Item Type: Book Section
Author:
Mustapha, Mazni and
Razali, Noorma and
Fauzi, Asma' and
Aziz, Nur Syazana and
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Editor:
Lai, Siow Li and
Palil, Mohd Rizal and
Supaat, Dina Imam and
Year: 2023
Abstract: The outbreak of coronavirus at the end of 2019 had affected many aspects of life such as economy, education, tourism, health and others. The pandemic forces everyone to obey the self-quarantine and social-distancing orders which adversely affect their social well-being. Past
research...[Read More]
The 56th Session of The Commission On Population And Development, United Nations New York, 10-14 April 2023
Item Type: Country Statement
Author:
Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development, Malaysia, and
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Year: 2023
Abstract: Education is a longstanding right enshrined in human rights and developmental instruments, including in the Plan of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD). The ICPD Plan of Action also recognizes the key role of education in sustainable...[Read More]
The 55th session of the Commission on Population and Development United Nations, New York, 25-29 April 2022
Item Type: Country Statement
Author:
National Population and Family Development Board, Malaysia, and
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Year: 2022
Abstract: Malaysia’s socio-economic development has been significant in transforming our economy from a low income to an upper-middle-income status. We have achieved significant progress in eradicating poverty and narrowing inequalities. However, the COVID-19 crisis has resulted in vulnerable...[Read More]
