Health experts call for co-screening strategy as chronic diseases rise
The National Cancer Society Malaysia is advocating for a national co-screening strategy to address the rising prevalence of cardio-renal-metabolic (CRM) diseases. Research indicates that these conditions are often interconnected, yet current healthcare systems treat them in a fragmented manner.
Why it matters
Integrated screening could significantly improve early detection and treatment outcomes for chronic diseases that are currently a growing burden on the Malaysian healthcare system.
Current healthcare approaches often treat heart, kidney and metabolic diseases separately, even though they are closely linked. (Envato Elements pic)
The report relies on public health data and expert recommendations without political or ideological framing.
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