Author: Gerald Ng

Dr. Silverose Ann Bacolcol, Head of Manila Doctors’ Hospital Infection Prevention and Control Office, shared that “Most of the COVID-19 cases we see now are mild to moderate infections and can be managed at home. However, patients who have risk factors for disease progression, such as the elderly, those with co-morbid conditions, and are immunocompromised, need close monitoring and may have to be admitted.”

Dr Bacolcol strongly advised to receive a booster shot. She stated, “people should still receive their booster shots for COVID-19 because the threat of COVID-19 infection still exists and will continue to stay. The US CDC and Philippine DOH recommend the COVID-19 booster to prevent serious illness, hospitalisation, and death due to COVID-19.” About 23 million Filipinos have received a booster shot.

The gallbladder, a small, pear-shaped organ situated beneath the liver, plays a crucial role in our digestive system. However, its health is often overlooked until discomfort and illness strike. From painful gallstones to critical inflammation, gallbladder diseases can significantly impact life quality, making awareness, timely diagnosis, and treatment imperative. We learn more about this condition with Dr Lee Ser Yee. Dr. Lee Ser Yee specialises in Hepatopancreatobiliary surgery (HPB), Liver transplantation, and minimally invasive Surgery (MIS). His area of expertise lies in minimally surgery to treat liver, gallbladder and pancreas diseases.

The healthcare landscape in Bukit Batok East takes a progressive turn with the official opening of the Community Health Resource Centre @ Nature View.

The new centre is named Bukit Batok East Community Health Resource Centre @ Nature View. It is dedicated to combating the alarming rise of Type 2 diabetes among younger demographics. This strategic move, initiated by the Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, arrives in time for World Diabetes Day and responds to urgent health statistics that point towards an emerging crisis. The opening was held on Saturday, 28 October 2023 and was graced by Mdm Rahayu Mahzam, Senior Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Health and Advisor to Jurong GRC GROs.

The Philippines, grappling with an alarming TB burden, has witnessed a stark 37 percent decline in TB case notifications in 2020 due to the pandemic. However, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is stepping in with crucial support, launching a dedicated TB Recovery Plan to bolster the National TB Program’s efforts in combating this scourge. We also spoke with Dr. Hansel E. Ybañez, field operations manager for USAID.

Medical Channel Asia presents the weekly Asian medical news bulletin, bringing you essential healthcare news from across the region. This week’s bulletin covers monkeypox in Indonesia, mental health in Malaysia and air pollution in Thailand.

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NUS Medicine has partnered with technology company GigXR to provide holographic healthcare training. They will deliver holographic clinical scenarios for gastroenterology training.

The Philippines Department of Health (DOH) proposed the Philippine Council for Mental Health (PCMH) Strategic Framework 2024-2028 to confront the challenges posed by mental illness in the country. This was in partnership with World Health Organization (WHO).

Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre recently hosted the 3rd Edition of Selangor International Expo MEDIC 2023. Thousands attended the four-day event, which took place from 19 to 22 October. The event was part of the 7th Selangor International Business Summit, including the 9th Selangor International Food & Beverage Expo and more.

Manila Doctors Hospital (MDH) achieved a first in the Philippines. It became the first medical facility with its dedicated halal kitchen.