KUALA LUMPUR, June 15: Early heart screening can save lives and help prevent serious complications as heart attacks can strike without warning, even while one is on duty, says a coordinator from the National Heart Institute (IJN).
“Our key message is the importance of early detection,” its Social Responsibility coordinator, Nur Fatiha Azureen Roslan, said at the National Journalism Day 2025 or HAWANA 2025 celebrations.
As one of the participants at the HAWANA 2025 celebrations at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur here, IJN’s exhibition booth aimed to raise awareness on the importance of early heart disease detection, particularly among media practitioners. IJN had offered free basic health screenings, including blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol checks, along with initial consultations with medical officers at the booth.
“This initiative serves as a platform for IJN to directly engage with media professionals, raising awareness of heart health and encouraging them to be advocates for health education within their communities,” Nur Fatiha Azureen said.
“We also shared information with visitors about our cardiac care services, including preventive measures, early warning signs of heart attacks and the importance of regular check-ups,” she added.
As part of efforts to promote early detection, IJN is currently offering special discounts of between 15 and 30 percent on five heart screening packages at the IJN Wellness Centre. It also offers a wide range of advanced cardiology treatments and facilities, including a 24-hour Heart Attack Centre and specialised expertise in interventional cardiology, cardiac surgery and paediatric heart care.
— BERNAMA