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Peka B40 Screenings Reveal Undiagnosed Conditions Among Almost Half Of Participants

Malaysia Times desk Original: CodeBlue↗ 9/30 15:37 X
Peka B40 Screenings Reveal Undiagnosed Conditions Among Almost Half Of Participants
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Nearly 46% of 328,302 people screened by Peka B40 last year had either at least one previously undiagnosed NCD, identified as being at risk of anxiety or depression, or both. Peka B40 screening uptake as of Aug 31 varied from 15% in KL to 46% in Kelantan.

From the original report

CYBERJAYA, Sept 30 — Of the 328,302 people who underwent health screening through Peka B40 in 2025, about 44.5 per cent were found to have at least one previously undetected health concern, according to programme data.

These participants were either newly diagnosed with at least one non-communicable disease (NCD), identified as being at risk of anxiety or depression, or both. The findings underscore the importance of regular health screening, as many chronic conditions can develop without noticeable symptoms.

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Sep 30, 2026
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Sep 30, 2026
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