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A total of 376 Indonesian hajj pilgrims have died, with most of them caused by heat stroke. This alarming trend highlights the health and safety conditions of the pilgrims during the Hajj season.

A UNICEF report reveals extreme heat exposure threatens the health of children in South Asia, as global warming intensifies. Read more

Medical Channel Asia presents the weekly Asian medical news bulletin, bringing you essential healthcare news from across the region. This week, we cover responses to rising COVID-19 cases and more.

Southeast Asia’s heat demands effective strategies for staying cool. As the hot season approaches, we offer tips on coping with a heatwave.

Toenail fungus is an extremely common infection, affecting about 10% of people generally. Find out some tips on how to manage toenail fungus.

Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that causes red patches and affects 2-3% of people in the world. Latinos,…

Doctor On Call, or DOC for short, is a brand new series brought to you by Medical Channel Asia. This…

Following the deaths of at least 1,300 people at this year’s hajj, the health of pilgrims in Saudi Arabia has become a critical issue. Witnesses and experts say a combination of scorching temperatures and difficulties with crowd control made the sacred event disorienting and dangerous. These pilgrims lack access to essential facilities like air-conditioned buses and tents. Consequently, they must endure long walks under the scorching sun without adequate protection. This situation highlights significant health risks associated with unregistered Hajj participation.

Discover effective ways to stay cool without air conditioning, reducing energy use and enhancing comfort. Read more

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