A Dilemma: Cord Blood Banking

Written by Dr. Alagammai Ramanathan
Obstetrician and Gynecologist, Gleneagles Kota Kinabalu Hospital

What is cord blood?
This is the blood that remains in the umbilical cord and placenta once the baby is born when the cord is clamped. This is discarded as medical waste after the birth of the baby. Banking your baby’s umbilical cord blood means having it saved and stored for (potential) future use.

Why can’t we give all the blood to the baby instead of discarding it as medical waste?
It is given to the baby when it is deemed necessary, example in premature baby, anaemic and so on (delayed cord clamping) it is not advisable in all term babies as it does have its advantages and disadvantages which needs to be discussed on case to case basis.

Can I choose to do delayed cord clamping and cord blood banking?
Yes. Delayed cord clamping allows blood from the umbilical cord to return into your baby’s system, reducing the risk for iron deficiency. The World Health Organization suggests that delayed cord clamping for 1-3 minutes. Medical staff only need about 25% of umbilical cord blood for storage, and at 3 minutes, only half of the blood in your child’s cord has filtered back into their body. This means doctors can delay cord clamping for several minutes and your child should still have more than enough stem cells left over for banking.

What is cord blood storage and the cord storage? Is it the same?
Umbilical cord is made of 2 arteries, 1 vein and surrounded by the Wharton’s jelly. The blood (cord blood) is from the vessels, it is rich in Hematopoietic stem cell(HSC) and the Wharton’s jelly (from the cord lining) is rich in mesenchymal stem cells.

HSC has the potential to differentiate mainly into blood components as red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets which means it is used in diseases such as Thalassemia and leukaemia. These diseases are sometimes treated with high doses of chemotherapy, which destroy the immune system.

Cord blood transplantation or bone marrow transplantation is then used to rebuild the immune system. Cord blood is increasingly being used as an alternative to bone marrow transplantation. MSC has a potential to differentiate wide range of cells and tissues such as bones, nerves, liver and etc.it has a potential to treat heart disease, Parkinson’s and etc.

How much of blood will be collected?
About 80 to 100ml of blood will be collected.

If I opt to store it, is it a guarantee that it will be stored?
No, it depends at birth, if there is a medical emergency, the baby and mum will be given the priority. If the baby looks anaemic (lack of blood) this will be given to the baby as much as possible.

How is cord blood collected?
Collecting a baby’s cord blood is quick and painless. Immediately after the birth of the baby, the umbilical cord is cut and the baby separated from the placenta and mother. The placenta is delivered a few minutes later.

The portion of the umbilical cord still attached to the placenta is clamped and cleaned. A sterile needle is inserted into the umbilical vein and the placental blood is drawn into a sterile blood collection bag containing anticoagulant, which prevents the blood from clotting.

What are the options for storing cord blood?
In Malaysia there are two options for storing cord blood. You may donate to the public cord blood bank (kl) or pay for the services of a private cord blood bank.

In Sabah two options of private banking CryoCord and StemLife. Both collects the blood here and stores it in West Malaysia. You have the options to store stem cells either in bags or vials then store in a vapour phase liquid nitrogen tank at -190°C in West Malaysia.

Is it available in the government?
Yes, it is available in the government set up but it is decided by the doctor in charge....if the need be, the patient is to be sent to Kuala Lumpur and delivery has to be there at a government set up, blood will be stored at the public blood bank. This is only done on special occasions and with the doctor’s approval.

On rare occasions, a hospital will collect and store a baby’s cord blood for a family member who has a medical condition that can be treated with cord blood transplantation.

Can I do cord collection in government and store it at the private cord banking?
Yes, but is also on case to case basis, which needs the attending doctor’s prior approval and counselling.

How long can I store cord blood cells?
Researchers believe cord blood cells will remain useable indefinitely. The longest-stored unit of
cord blood is several decades old, and the cells are in perfect condition.

If I have multiple children, should I save cord blood for each?
Yes. Your children can use each other’s stem cells for treatment, and having access to more cells means you have a greater amount of treatment options in the future.

If my family has a good medical history, should I still store cord blood?
It depends on the family. With new treatments emerging every year, your family has a chance of using cord blood cells during their lifetime. Even with a perfect medical history, choosing to bank your child’s cord blood is still a safe decision. Certain illnesses, like leukaemia, are not hereditary and can happen at any time.

How does cord tissue banking work?
After cord blood is taken from your baby’s umbilical cord, up to 8 inches of cord are cut and stored in a medical container. This piece of tissue travels – along with the cord blood – to a storage facility, where the cells are removed and put into cryogenic storage.

Which treatments use cord tissue?
Cord tissue specifically works in the spinal cord, brain and cartilage. Clinical trials are currently underway for treatments using cord tissue, and new therapies may only be a few years away. However, most research for cord tissue is still untested.

FACTS TO CONSIDER

a) Many experts insist that it is very unlikely that anyone in your family will ever need your baby’s cord blood. Dr Sarah Buckey, Australian GP estimates the likelihood of low-risk children needing their own stored stem cells is 1 in 20,000. So it is like an insurance... you can get it and hopefully not use it for our own. The exception is those families who already have a child with an illness that could be treated with cord blood from a newborn sibling.

b) Cost of treatments: Approximately RM70,000 for the blood diseases which can be done in Malaysia’s semi government hospitals.

c) However, apart from blood disorders, the use of cord blood for other diseases is not a routine clinical modality and remains a major challenge for the stem cell community. Storing your baby’s cord blood is a personal decision that only you can make.

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For more information about Cord Blood Banking or related to pregnancy and birth, you may contact Dr.Alagammai at Gleneagles Kota Kinabalu Hospital. Call 088-518 888 or visit them at Sembulan@Riverson.

Learn more about the endless benefits of your baby's stem cell and cord blood by contacting our Cord Blood Bank partner at StemLife Berhad. Call 03-2166 3636 (Kuala Lumpur) or 016-832 9392 (Lisa, StemLife Consultant based in Kota Kinabalu)

For more information on StemLife, visit www.stemlife.com

Educating a Gen Z Child

We used to live in a much simpler world, some would argue. No internet and technology meant that children got to play in the playground, develop their motor skills and have an all-round education rather than just a thumb war with the computer / ipad / iphone etc.

So how do we educate our children in the 21^st century? Generation Z , ie., those born after the year 2000, who have never known a time without technology. They hold information at the tip of their fingers. There is now no excuse not to know! They are the most well informed, tech-savy generation and will probably grow up to have careers that have not even been invented yet! So, how do we prepare our next generation for a future that seems so uncertain? A future with Brexit, the Trump Presidency and global terrorism?

I may not have all the answers, but what I have come to realise in my 15 years as an education counsellor, is that there is very little we can guarantee about the future. All we can do as parents and educators is to prepare the next generation with skills that will hopefully equip them to take on whatever the future holds. There are no longer secure lifelong jobs that our parents and grandparents used to have. A person going into the workforce in 2016 is predicted to have at least 17 career changes! A little too unstable for my liking but these are the stats!

In Kota Kinabalu alone, we now have alternative education to consider. Home-schooling has become quite the norm, and the rise of private and international schools has shown that parents in KK are looking for alternative education.  There are still parents who will send their little ones off to boarding school in the UK, Australia, Canada or USA but for most parents who cannot ween them off too early, then international school or private home schools would be the option.

So how do we choose?  Let us break it down here:

Public School – let’s start with the obvious. We are very blessed in Malaysia to have primary and secondary school choices in 3 languages. So if you are comfortable with the Malaysian education system which is now mainly in the Malay-language medium from secondary school onwards, then we definitely have enough government schools in KK to apply to. It is also important as a Malaysian to have your SPM certificates for many government posts as well as professional accreditation should you wish to work in that field in the future.

Private School – Should you feel that public school may not give as much attention to your child as you would like, seeing that typically the ratio of teacher to student is 1: 50, then there are a number of private schools in Sabah that offer the government syllabus and lead you to obtain your SPMs but at the same time have a better teacher student ratio.

International School – This option has become increasingly popular over recent years with institutions sprouting out everywhere in Peninsular Malaysia. In Sabah too, we now have the option to study IGCSEs and A-levels which are the British equivalent to our SPM and STPM qualifications.

Alternative school – This option is where it can get a little more complicated as one has to ensure that they are studying a syllabus that is widely recognised and accepted for progression into tertiary education.

Home schooling / private tuition – There are a number of tuition centres now that are offering IGCSE / A-level private tuition, enabling students to register and take the IGCSEs or A-levels as a private candidate. This can be a great way to monitor your child’s own progress and be able to pace his or her learning according to his or her individual strengths. A number of state or national athletes have had to opt for this option due to their rigorous training regimes. Some have chosen this out of necessity if their child is a slow learner or may have other medical issues that makes it tough to assimilate into a mainstream school environment.

Overseas boarding school  - Finally, should you really wish to have an international education, then there are many boarding schools in the UK, Australia, USA, Canada and New Zealand open to receiving international students into their mix of local students. The environment of each country differs and at IEC, we always aim to find the right fit for the individual as education is really not a one size fits all.

What about the young ones?

Now that we have talked about the different education systems, mainly for primary/high school aged students; what about the Pre-Schoolers or Young Learners between ages 4-6?

YOUNG LEARNERS

The phrase for young learners nowadays is ‘information technology overload’! 

Their minds are absorbing at possibly the fastest rate of any generation due to the overload of information that is available nowadays. Technology has taken over so much of our daily lives that it seems strange to think back to how we managed back in pre-internet days.

So how do you choose the right pre-school for your young learner? 

I would highly recommend a young learners programme that has the right balance of play, creativity, fun as well as solid basics. Starting this coming Januray 2017, we at IEC are working to belp mould our young learners of today by creating a programme that will hopefully meet all of the above aspects and more! 

Any good pre-school learning centre should have the following categories: 

a) Language Skills: English, Malay and Mandarin are a must to learn in Malaysia and this is one of our key advantages as a country. The ability to master all three languages and communicate in them is something unique in our country and we need to continue ensuring our future generation are all 1 Malaysia citizens by teaching them all 3 languages.

b) STEM Skills: STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. These subjects tell us about how our world works and how we can improve and advance as a human race. We do not need to start only in primary school. There is so much to discover about our world early on as a young learner.

c) Creative Arts: If we just engaged the left brain and filled it with knowledge of mathematics and science and ignored the right brain; then the child will not develop fully to realise his or her full potential. Personally speaking, I feel schools focus too much on STEM subjects and ignore the importance of the arts and humanities.  Introducing Social Sciences, Speech & Drama, Dance as well as Creative Arts will balance the knowledge and development of the child as well as instil important communication, leadership as well as creative skills necessary for their future. 

So, before enrolling your child into a learning centre, do take time to go through their subjects, venue as well as teacher qualifications.  Hopefully by choosing the right young learner programme, we can channel all that 21^st century technology and information into constructive and conducive learning opportunities.

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Written by Jasmine Leong, former National Swimmer, is the Executive Director of IEC, a School of English Language as well as Further Studies Education Consultancy. She has 15 years of education service experience and is also passionate about performing arts, especially musical theatre and dance. Logon to www.iec.com.my to find out more about IEC’s courses and services. 

SEBANGGA AUTO LAUNCHES SUBARU

February 16, Kota Kinabalu – AA Capital Group of Companies concentrates on a variety of businesses ranging from engineering and construction to financial services. Sebangga Auto Sdn Bhd is the appointed dealer for the brand of Subaru in Labuan and the entire state of Sabah as proudly announced on last year May 19.

Where local used to import the cars and find difficulty in liaising after sales service, Sebangga Auto  runs three Subaru car showrooms in East Malaysia, located in Labuan, Sandakan, and Kota Kinabalu, while the company plans to expand to several more branches across East Malaysia over the next few years. The outlets also operate as 3S centers, offering the customer additional automotive services and after-sales assistance.

“We are proud that within a year of our embarkation in Labuan & Sabah, today marks the day of our new and bigger 3S centre and Sabah HQ to accommodate our beloved customers and to provide more efficient after sales support to all current and future Subarians”, said Mr.Syahrin the CEO of Sebangga Auto Sdn Bhd during his speech.

On behalf of Motor Image Subaru Malaysia, Mr.Andrew Lee, General Manager of Tan Chong, he announced that this is the 5th Subaru outlet for Sebangga Auto after having started operation in Kota Kinabalu (Harbour City), Labuan, Sandakan and Bukit Tinggi in Selangor last year.  “I am also pleased to announce that Sebangga is also expanding into the state of Sarawak with dealership and service centre appointments in Kuching, Bintulu and Miri this year”, he added.

Subaru is the automobile manufacturing division of Japanese transportation conglomerate Fuji Heavy industries, the twenty-second biggest automaker by production worldwide in 2012. The cars are known for the use of a boxer engine layout in most vehicles above 1500 cc. Most Subaru models have used the Symmetrical All Wheel Drive drive-train layout since 1972. The flat/boxer engine and all-wheel-drive became standard equipment for mid-size and smaller cars in most international markets by 1996, and is now standard in most North American market Subaru vehicles. The lone exception is the BRZ, introduced in 2012, which uses the boxer engine but instead uses a rear-wheel-drive structure. Subaru also offers turbocharged versions of their passenger cars, such as the Impreza WRX and the Legacy 2.5GT. The 2.5XT trims of the Outback and Forester also include a turbocharged engine.

The growth of Subaru in Malaysia owes to the great support from customers of their SUV model Subaru XV which they started to assemble here in Malaysia 5 years ago. Following the success of this popular model, Subaru launched the 2^nd locally assembled model in April last year with the renowned and larger Forester SUV.  Malaysians will be pleased to note that all the cars that roll out from their local factory meet the exact high quality standard and same design requirement set by the manufacturer in Japan; and for that, Subaru cars here have won numerous product awards, including SUV of the Year.

Excited to introduce their existing and new models, Sebangga Auto Sdn Bhd promise to deliver best performance and after sales service to cater the needs of their customers and through the great efforts in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) event - Sebangga Excellent Development Programme (SEDP) featuring Ann ‘Athena’ Osman, as well continue to bloom young talents of Sabahans and make things significant. 

Nando's Tingles Taste Buds with New Mango & Lime PERi-PERi!

Nando's has been grilling Malaysia's taste buds since 1998 and has since been the top purveyours of spice and flavour through its world-renoved flamed grilled PERi-PERi chicken. For the first time in Nando's 19 year history in Malaysia, it celebrates the New Year with a sweet zest for life by introducing a new PERi-PERi flavour for your Nando's meals!

The new Mango & Lime flavour stays true to its Afro-Portuguese roots and brings a new dimension to its range of PERi-PERi flavours. Imported from South Africa, the PERi-PERi flavours currently comes in 4 flaming options; Lemon & Herb, Mild, Hot and Extra Hot Now. Fans that are just beginning their spicy journey can enjoy Mango & Lime as it wiggles its way on to the Nando's PERi-ometer. Mango & Lime's mixture of flavours undoubtly appeals to Malaysian's love for all things sweet and spicy.

"Our flame-grilled PERi-PERi chicken has proven to be a hit with our fans at home and abroad. With our new flavour, we hope to welcome new fans through our doors and ignite Nando's lovers with sweet, tangy and zesty flavours but with quirky Nando's PERi-PERi twist. We are always on the look out to spice up the Nando's experience while staying true to our identity and the fun combination of Mango & Lime fits the bill perfectly," said Stephen Chew, CEO of Nando's Malaysia.

Nando's paris Mango & Lime with a new designer drink, Tropical Fruitea, to complete the tantalising experience. A thirst-quenching tropical medley of Mango & Lime infused with orange juice and lemon tea makes the perfect partner in crime to the Mango & Lime PERi-PERi flavoured meal.

Since its tangy and zesty introduction, Mango & Lime has proven to be a hit in various countries across the globe including United Kingdom and Australia and is now a staple at all Nando's Malaysia outlets as part of its permanent menu. Be it with the flame-grilled PERi-PERi chicken, sides or appeteasers, it's time to give your taste buds a tongue-tingling time with the Mango & Lime flavour!

To find out more on the new addition to the family, log on to www.nandos.com.my or visit Nando's Malaysia Facebook page at www.facebook.com/nandosmy.

ECO-FRIENDLY CHRISTMAS AT HYATT REGENCY KINABALU

This festive season, let Hyatt Regency Kinabalu ignite the spirit of sharing and giving with joyful celebrations as we usher in the New Year.  Hyatt Regency Kinabalu unveiled its eco-friendly Christmas 2016 theme during the Christmas lighting ceremony last night. Guests arriving at the hotel will be fascinated by a collection of unique driftwood Christmas trees and decorations filling the spaces from the car porch at the entrance, atrium lounge and throughout the hotel. A warm Cranberry Cinnamon scent greets the guests upon entering the hotel carrying them away into the joyous Christmas spirit.

Leaving the traditional Christmas decoration using plastics and non–recyclable items behind, the concept of using driftwood as the theme of this year’s Christmas decoration was mooted by the General Manager, Thor Gervasi, who is passionate about the continuous effort of creatively recycling everyday items for nature conservation.

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu’s Artisan, Railin Kindod constructed three different types of Christmas trees with a total of thirteen six feet trees installed at the car porch and restaurant outlets, and a massive twelve feet tree placed at the Lounge. The star tree toppers, wreaths and snowmen decorations ,all made from driftwoods,  are enhanced with low-wattage LED lighting which complements the contemporary rustic ambience that perfectly fits the theme at The Lounge.

The detailed planning, preparation and actualization of the project which commenced in October, kick-started with the activity of collecting driftwood, from the shore of Bongawan to Tanjung Lipat, by the hotel associates. The weekly activity clocked a total of 200 man hours inclusive of the hours spent to assemble the trees and the daily two-hours allocated to complete the eco – friendly hand crafted ornaments.

All fourteen Christmas trees - were crafted from 1,800 kilograms of driftwoods, whereas, 100 fused bulbs collected from Engineering, 200 toilet paper rolls collected  from housekeeping; 120 popsicle sticks, 60 paper cups  and self-made salt dough concocted from  four kilograms flour, one kilogram of salt and two litres of water, were used to create the eco – friendly hand crafted ornaments.

  

“Christmas is all about giving, love and care. I am amazed and proud with the team’s effort in materializing the whole concept of this year’s Christmas decorations that is truly unique and one of a kind in Sabah. At Hyatt, we care for our environment promote an environmentally harmonious living and safer earth with the same commitment with which we care for our guests and colleagues” says Thor Gervasi, General Manager, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu.

Visit Hyatt Regency Kinabalu for the unique Christmas experience from December 1st onwards, and join in the various activities organized for in-house guests, as well as, patrons on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Listen to the mesmerizing Christmas carols serenading The Lounge from December 22 to 24, from 7:30pm to 8:30pm and December 25 from 12:30pm to 1:30pm and 7:30pm to 8:30pm.

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu Festive Dining Highlights

 Take advantage and enjoy the festive dining presenting the Chefs specialties and offerings at their restaurant outlets.         

           

Tanjung Ria Kitchen

Explore unique Christmas classics at the exciting live stations of Tanjung Ria Kitchen.  Highlights of the bountiful buffet include carving stations that feature Roast Turkey with Cranberry Sauce, Grain Fed Roast Beef, Barbequed Lamb Ribs and Salmon Wellington.

The festive Christmas Eve dinner buffet is priced at MYR 158 net per person.  The Christmas Day traditional buffet at Tanjung Ria Kitchen is priced at MYR 120 net per person for lunch and RM 158 net per person for dinner. Wrap up this Christmas dining experiences with desserts such as Mont Blanc Christmas Log, Linzer Torte, Christmas pudding and Mince Pies as well as free-flowing wine and soft drinks with an additional of MYR 100.

Nagisa

A taste of nostalgia is promised in the exquisite settings of the Japanese winter cottage at Nagisa. Carefully prepared and beautifully presented by the Chefs, Nagisa will be offering three hearty set menus with tantalizing varieties -  Miso Beef Tenderloin, Grilled Salmon and Cod in Teriyaki Butter or Fresh Sashimi and Unagi Roll, all served with fresh salad and miso soup.

           

Seal this Japanese dining experience with green tea ice cream for dessert and free – flowing wine and soft drinks with an additional of MYR 100.

Mosaic

Lay your table with our mouthwatering selection of seasonal homemade gourmet Christmas spread for your festive family or office gathering. Recommended selections include the Slow – Roasted Whole Chicken, Classic Roast Beef and a Bone –in Leg of Roast Lamb. From the patisseries, be prepared to be spoilt by choices by the wide range of traditional Christmas sweet treats, such as Gingerbread cookies, Homemade Pralines, Christmas pudding, Classic Rich Fruit Cake, Stolen, Dundee and varieties of Christmas Cookies – all which are sure to raise the holiday spirits. 

During this special season, try our special themed Christmas drinks and gelato prepared by Chef Tunku Farazil and our Barista, Alden Kuan. Their recommendations include Orange Caramel Macchiato and Cinnamon Spiced Hot Chocolate, as for gelato, opt for Chestnut, Walnut Caramel and Cinnamon Honey Raisin.

Available from 1 to 31 December 2016, all these Christmas goodies can be purchased at Mosaic located at the hotel’s street level between 10.00am to 11.00pm daily.

For more information and reservation, please call us at +60 88 22 1234 or email

BKIKI-outlets1@hyatt.com .

About Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu, a 288-room hotel, is located in the heart of Kota Kinabalu’s business, shopping and entertainment hub, overlooking the beautiful coral islands of the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park and the South China Sea.   Hyatt Regency Kinabalu offers newly renovated guestrooms, exceptional service, modern comforts, and a dazzling choice of local and international cuisine.   Reservations for Hyatt Regency Kinabalu can be made by calling +60 88 22 1234 or visiting www.kinabalu.regency.hyatt.com

About Hyatt Regency Hotels

Hyatt Regency offers a full range of services and facilities tailored to serve the needs of meeting planners, business travelers and leisure guests. Properties generally range in size from 200 to over 2,000 rooms and are conveniently located in urban, suburban, airport, convention and resort destinations around the world. Hyatt Regency convention hotels feature spacious meeting and conference facilities designed to provide a productive environment. Hyatt Regency hotels in resort locations cater to couples seeking a getaway, families enjoying vacation together and corporate groups seeking a relaxed atmosphere in which to conduct business and meetings.

Labuan International School 1st Swimming Championship

The First Labuan International Swimming Championship was successfully organised by Labuan International School on 19 & 20 November 2016 with 318 swimmers from Borneo region participated in this championship! 

There were 20 swimming teams/clubs from Labuan, Sabah, Sarawak, West Malaysia, Brunei and Philippines arrived Labuan on 18 November for this first ever international meet organised by the school since its swimming pool launched earlier this year. The turns-out rate with approx. 400 swimmers, parents and officials was very encouraging. 

The championship started from 8am on 19 November and ended at 2pm on 20 November with 150 events and the total of 270 heats conducted within that 2 days. This championship was supported by Labuan FSA, followed by Gold sponsors: TOS Logistic and Shipping Sdn Bhd, Mariner Hotel Labuan, Aewon Garment & Embroidery, and Thirteen K Trading Sdn Bhd. Other contributors were: 

Alpha Testing Services Sdn Bhd, Shermadef, CIMB Bank Berhad Labuan Offshore branch, AMS Trust Company Limited, Labuan Liberty Port Management, Fast Global Link Services Sdn Bhd, and Anonymous Art. The organiser would like to acknowledge each and every sponsors, LIS staff, parents, students, officials and volunteers that made this event successful.

1^st Labuan International Swimming Championship results:

Overall Champion:

Category	Team	Resuts
1st Place Overall Champion	MASUM	29G, 13S, 8B
2nd Place	PREPS	25G, 16S, 19B
3rd Place	PJMS	16G, 16S, 16B

Individual Best Swimmers:

Category	Boys Best Swimmers	Results	Girls Best Swimmers	Results
Open	Ng Kee Nain (MASUM)	2G 3S	Tham Khai Xin (MASUM)	7G
Group 1 (15-19)	Alex Tiong Sie Hung (MASUM)	8G 3S 4B	Heng Khor Jin (MASUM)	6G 1S
Group 2 (13-14)	Gerard Tsen Xiang Zh (PJMS)	5G 2S	Ilyani Shairah (PREPS)	8G 1 S
Group 3 (11-12)	Jeremy William (PREPS)	4G 2S 1B	Lee Wei Len (VSA)	3G 2S 1B
Group 4 (9-10)	Jay Lo Vui Seng (PJMS)	8G 2S	Sharifah Destinee Dickerson (PREPS)	3G 4S 1B
Group 5 (8 & under)	Tom Parrot (RBRC)	4G 1S	Kayley Goh (RBRC)	4G 2S

Labuan International School as the host also bagged 2 Golds, 9 Silvers and 13 Bronze. This is the first time the swimming team participated in this international meet since the swimming team established this year under Head Swimming Coach Clement David. This result is very significant and meaningful for the young swimmers.

Abbreviation:

MASUM – Malaysian University Sports Council, Penang

PREPS – Persatuan Renang Penampang, Sabah

PJMS – Kelab Renang Akuatik PJMS, Sabah

RBMC – Royal Brunei Recreation Club, Brunei

VSA – Victoria Swimming Club, Labuan

For more information, please contact Kimlee Choy (Labuan International School) at 014-9292820.