189 research outputs found
Awareness of infertility among men and women in Kuantan
No full textInfertility, the incapability to conceive after a year of unprotected intercourse, is a growing concern in Malaysia, where total fertility rates have been declining for decades. This research book provides an exploration of the various factors contributing to infertility and offers potential solutions to tackle this increasing issue. For instance, the relation between obesity and male infertility is explored, disclosing how hormonal imbalances due to excess weight can impair sperm production. Additionally, female infertility is examined, with a focus on the impact of irregular menstrual cycles and conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) on complicating conception. Male infertility is further discussed with an emphasis on the societal stigma that often prevents men from seeking help. The book highlights the importance of overcoming this shame and encourages men to educate themselves about potential treatments. The use of traditional, complementary, and alternative medicines (TCAM) among women seeking infertility treatment is also explored, with a focus on the need for professional guidance to ensure harmless and effective use. The possible dangers linked with manhood supplements, including the misapplication of aphrodisiacs like sildenafil (Viagra), are addressed, emphasising the seriousness of health consultation. The book also covers community awareness of in vitro fertilisation (IVF), a promising technology that offers hope to many couples. As a comprehensive resource, this book is invaluable for developing educational programs on infertility. It aims to destigmatise the issue and reassures couples to seek aid from authorised healthcare providers
The determination of Acanthamoeba spp. from air ventilation system samples from selected buildings in Kuantan
No full textMANUAL FOR IBADAH CAMP ORGANIZER A PART OF THE IIUM FLAGSHIP ENTITLED “GENDER DYSPHORIA”
No full textMaknyah or male-to-female transgender are those who transform their identity biologically from male to female through crossdressing and their lifestyle associated with homosexuality. Crossdressing and homosexuality are unlawful in accordance with Islamic practices. Often, these
transgenders are associated with being sex workers in major hotspots such as in Federal Territory Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Pulau Pinang, Pahang and Sarawak.1
It is estimated that the population size of sex workers in Malaysia in 2018 is 37,000 (22,000 Female Sex Workers
and 15,000 Transgender Sex Workers). Despite the reducing number of transgender sex workers in Malaysia (as compared to previous Key Population Estimates in 2010), it is still a concern to Muslims and this trend needs to be relieved promptly
Control of water-borne diseases: an Islamic approach
No full textScarcity of fresh water is currently blighting the population of least developed countries around the world. According to WHO, waterborne diseases, basically derived from get in touch with contaminatd water are estimated 4.1% of total DALYs (Disability Adjusted Life Years) global burden of disease that leads to death of 1.8 million people every year. Numerous pathogens and chemicals may be potential source of water contamination that leads to waterborne diseases in human beings. A number of pathogens are inactive beyond a host thus cause diseases while in contact with a host. The aim of this article is to identify the cause of water-borne diseases and to find out the approaches to control it in Islamic way. There are quite a lot of Hadiths of Prophet (peace e upon him) regarding the method of cleanliness where numerous Hadiths have scientific background to control waterborne diseases. Causes of water pollution may be natural or men made, intentional or accidental; and people mostly get infected fortuitously either by consuming or getting touched to contaminated water. Scientifically, individual hygiene and sanitation is the most prominent way to prevent waterborne diseases. In Islam, Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) puts a great emphasize on purification in terms of personal cleanliness and made it mandatory to follow rule to remain pure both physically and spiritually. Thus it can be said that, Sunnatic approaches of cleanliness possess a great deal to manage waterborne illness
Review on the Control of Waterborne Diseases – The Islamic Approach
No full textIntroduction: Scarcity of fresh water is currently blighting the population of the least developed countries around the world. According to WHO, waterborne diseases accounts for 4.1% of total disability adjusted life years (DALYs) with a mortality rate of 1.8 million per year. Numerous pathogens and chemicals may be the potential sources of water contamination that leads to waterborne diseases in humans. Some pathogens are only active and express disease whilst within the host. The aim of this article is to identify the cause of water-borne diseases and how to control it from the Islamic perspective. Material and Methods: In this review we had compiled the latest scientific findings related to waterborne diseases and integrated them with Islamic approach of cleanliness. There are many Hadiths of the Prophet (peace be upon him) (PBUH) regarding methods of cleanliness with scientific background to control waterborne diseases. Water pollution may be a natural process, men made, intentional or accidental. More often than not, man are infected after accidently consuming or coming in contact with contaminated water Results: Scientific literature search reveals that individual hygiene and sanitation is the most prominent way to prevent waterborne diseases. In Islam, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) puts a great emphasize on purification in terms of personal cleanliness and made it mandatory to follow rule to remain pure both physically and spiritually. Conclusions: Sunnatic approaches of cleanliness may hinder waterborne disease
Review on the control of waterborne diseases – The Islamic approach
No full textIntroduction: Scarcity of fresh water is currently blighting the population of the least developed countries
around the world. According to WHO, waterborne diseases accounts for 4.1% of total disability adjusted life
years (DALYs) with a mortality rate of 1.8 million per year. Numerous pathogens and chemicals may be the
potential sources of water contamination that leads to waterborne diseases in humans. Some pathogens are
only active and express disease whilst within the host. The aim of this article is to identify the cause of
water-borne diseases and how to control it from the Islamic perspective. Material and Methods: In this
review we had compiled the latest scientific findings related to waterborne diseases and integrated them
with Islamic approach of cleanliness. There are many Hadiths of the Prophet (peace be upon him) (PBUH)
regarding methods of cleanliness with scientific background to control waterborne diseases. Water pollution
may be a natural process, men made, intentional or accidental. More often than not, man are infected after
accidently consuming or coming in contact with contaminated water Results: Scientific literature search
reveals that individual hygiene and sanitation is the most prominent way to prevent waterborne diseases. In
Islam, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) puts a great emphasize on purification in terms of personal cleanliness
and made it mandatory to follow rule to remain pure both physically and spiritually. Conclusions: Sunnatic
approaches of cleanliness may hinder waterborne disease
Lightning Protection System Of Industrial Gas Tank Assessment Tools
No full textA lightning protection system (LPS) is a system that protects a structure from damage due to lightning strikes, either through safely conducting the strike to the ground, or preventing the structure from being struck. Even though LPS role is important, it is not well understand and recognize by some of the workers and ordinary people. The work can be more effective if most of the workers have the knowledge on LPS design. The objective of this project is to redevelop the tool already designed by Mr Lokman in more practical software which is Microsoft Office 2003. Another objective of this project is to make significant improvement regarding the tool that already designed by Mr Lokman. The project started by studying the tool developed by Mr Lokman. Mr Lokman’s tool still far from complete as it needs several improvements. The process followed by redevelop the tool in Microsoft Office 2003. Author manage to redevelop it in Microsoft Office 2003 with almost similar to Mr Lokman’s tool in terms of designation and function of the tool. However, the tool is quite far from complete as several functions and result can not be obtained specifically in Risk assessment part. In addition, none of improvement recommended can be made by author due to author’s limitation and weaknesses. Nonetheless, the tool still can be utilized and worked. Proposes design requirement part still can display and suggest the best option for installation requirement for the protected structure
The Determination of Acanthamoeba spp. from Air Ventilation System Samples from Selected Buildings in Kuantan
No full textObjective: The present study is designed to investigate the occurrence of Acanthamoeba in air ventilation and air-conditioning systems in selected buildings in Kuantan. Methods: Acanthamoeba was isolated from dust samples taken from filters of air ventilation systems in selected buildings in Kuantan. The dusts were collected by using sterile cotton swabs, cultured in a xenic culture medium on non-nutrient agar (NNA) plates and incubated at 37º C. The plates were examined daily for any presence of Acanthamoeba cysts up to 7 days of incubation. Results: Based on the results obtained, there were no cysts or trophozoites of Acanthamoeba successfully isolated from all 75 dust samples. After three days of incubation, all culture plates examined show negative findings. Conclusions: The negative findings of this study were probably due to the limitations of the sampling method. It is recommended that future studies use the method proposed by National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for indoor air quality monitoring
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