Author: Marie Chen
Marie Chen
Marie is a Head Editor at Medical Channel Asia, as well as a licensed pharmacist by training with the Singapore Pharmacy Council. She also holds Personal Training and Sports Nutrition Certifications under the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA). When not at work, she's probably working out or brushing up on the latest news and information in the realm of medical/healthcare.
Calling all healthcare professionals, administrators, private healthcare providers, and those in the medical tourism sector – mark your calendars for Connecting Care With Clicks 2025 on 20 & 21 June at InterContinental Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia for 2 exciting days of networking, collaboration, and discussions.
Red No. 3 banned in the U.S. over cancer risks, but is it still lurking in your favourite snacks? What does this mean for food safety in Asia?
Male birth control is more than just condoms and vasectomies. From hormonal gels to reversible options, men are stepping up to share the responsibility of contraception.
What happens to your body after days without food? A new study reveals: Prolonged fasting kicks off changes that could transform your health from the inside out.
ESMO Asia 2024 united experts in the region as well as global experts to address Asia’s unique cancer challenges, featuring breakthroughs in immunotherapy, rare cancer networks, and patient-centred care.
The Child and Adolescent Family Support Services (CAFSS) programme at NUH, supported by the EtonHouse Community Fund (ECF), provides subsidised psychosocial therapy for families managing chronic illnesses. For Mdm Adilah, this support was a lifeline in repairing strained family bonds following the diagnosis of their daughter Aafiyah.
Your smile matters for health and confidence! Achieving a brighter smile is within your reach. Here are 5 simple tips that can help you smile brighter, feel more confident, and improve your oral health today.
Singapore’s OPTIMUM trial, a telemedicine study by SingHealth Polyclinics in collaboration with the MOH Office for Healthcare Transformation, empowered diabetes patients with tools for self-care and health monitoring. With promising results, this trial could pave the way for a national rollout in diabetes management.
During Connecting Care with Clicks Conference on 12 October 2024, Medical Channel Asia brought together Malaysia’s healthcare leaders to address regulatory challenges in the digital age. From groundbreaking digital health apps to legal insights on advertising compliance, telemedicine, and patient data security — this panel explores it all. Learn how public and private stakeholders are shaping a patient-first healthcare system in a rapidly evolving landscape.
Panelists:
– Dr. Mahesh Appannan, Head of Digital, Ministry of Health (MOH) Malaysia
– Mr. Chin Keat Chyuan, Vice President, Association of Private Hospitals Malaysia (APHM) and Managing Director, KPJ Healthcare Bhd
– Mr. Vinayak Sri Ram, Partner, RDS Partnership, Advocates & Solicitors
– Mr. Koay Choon Wee, Secretariat of Medicine Advertisements Board (MAB)
and Pharmacist at Ministry Of Health, Malaysia (KKM)
Moderators:
– Ms. Genevieve Vanniasingham, Associate, RDS Partnership, Advocates & Solicitors
– Dr. Yusof bin Ahmad Khairuddin, Head of Medical Concierge Asia
*For Healthcare Professionals Only
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New guidelines from the American Stroke Association emphasise prevention strategies like regular physical activity, a Mediterranean-style diet, and proactive health screenings to help reduce the risk of a first stroke.
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