Areas of Researchs:

• Environmental Health
• Biochemistry
• Community Health
• Molecular Biology / Biotechnology
• Human and Medical Genetics
• Microbiology
• Chronic Diseases
• Cancer/Oncology
• Infectious Diseases
• Building-Related Illnesses
• Clinical Research
• Pharmaceutical Science

Parallel to the rise of chronic diseases in Malaysia, the number of patients presenting with metabolic syndrome has increased. While the criteria to diagnose metabolic syndrome may vary, they generally embrace a combination of risk factors which include obesity, diabetes,dyslipidemia and hypertension. Lifestyle change is an important cornerstone in managing metabolic syndrome. Effective lifestyle changes include dietary intervention, exercise and behaviour modification.

Objectives of the Course:
* To update participants on the current medical and dietary management of patients with metabolic syndrome.
* To train participants to provide basic practical education and dietary strategies to assist the metabolic syndrome patient.
* To foster closer rapport between doctors, pharmacists and nurses with nutritionists and dietitians in delivering optimal patient care.

After the course, participants will be able to:
1. Gain knowledge on the current evidence for the medical and dietary management of patients with metabolic syndrome
2. Perform basic nutrition assessment relevant to metabolic syndrome
3. Provide basic practical dietary strategies to manage disease related to the metabolic syndrome
4. Experience hands-on practicals on planning diets, choosing menus, reading food labels and shopping for healthy food choices.

Limited nutrition and dietetic services at the primary healthcare care level requires other healthcare professionals (General Practioners, pharmacists, nurses, etc) to become the first-point of contact whom patients turn to for advice on dietary and lifestyle changes.
This course will equip the healthcare professional to be able to provide basic nutrition advice and dietary strategies to assist individuals with metabolic syndrome.

Ms Danielle Ho / Dr Winnie Chee / Ms Lee Ching Li
International Medical University
No 126, Jalan 19/155B, Bukit Jalil
57000 Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Tel: + 603 8656 7228
Fax: + 603 8656 7299
Email: danielle_ho@imu.edu.my/ winnie_chee@imu.edu.my/chingli_lee@imu.edu.my Internet: http://www.imu.edu.my/about_events.asp

Nutrition plays a significant role in the healthy development of human being. Inappropriate nutrition in fetal life can provide the basis for chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity in adulthood. Proper dietary intake during pregnancy will ensure optimal health for mother and the foetus. Malnutrition in infants and young children could be due to improper feeding practice. Breastfeeding is the single most effective way to reduce malnutrition in children. There are strong advantages of breastfeeding for both mothers and infants. The introduction of solid foods is influenced by culture and custom and guidelines have often been unclear. Hands on meal planning and food preparation are incorporated into the course.

Objectives:
1. To promote healthy nutrition among women of reproductive age
2. To inculcate good feeding practices in mothers for children 0-5yrs old
3. To promote the consumption of nutrient-rich foods available locally
4. To create an awareness among mothers the importance of early childhood nutrition.

After the course participants will be able to:
1. Gain knowledge on the importance of diet before and during pregnancy
2. Gain knowledge on the importance of breastfeeding
3. Practice proper feeding for infants and young children
4. Plan menus for pregnant mothers and children.

* Public
* Allied Health professionals

Ms Danielle Ho / Pn Normah Hashim
International Medical University
No 126, Jalan 19/155B, Bukit Jalil
57000 Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Tel: + 603 8656 7228
Fax: + 603 8656 7299
Email: danielle_ho@imu.edu.my/ normah_hashim@imu.edu.my
Internet: http://www.imu.edu.my/about_events.asp