Author: Paulyne Anthony

Lab-grown meat, also known as designer, cultivated, or cell-based meat, uses biotechnology to genetically engineer real meat directly from animal cells. It was first created in 2013 by Mark Post, a researcher at the public research university in the Netherlands, the University of Maastricht. At that time, one hamburger using lab-grown meat cost $320,000 to create. 

Rats can carry and spread infectious diseases. When they roam about, their feces, urine, or saliva contaminate water, food, and even dust. If humans have direct contact with this contaminated water, food, or dust, dangerous diseases such as hantavirus or salmonellosis may be spread to them. These diseases may also be spread through rat bites. Occasionally, some rats can be aggressive. They may attack and bite humans, spreading various dangerous diseases.

Malaysia has been grappling with an outbreak of leptospirosis. This bacterial infection, although not new to the region, has resurfaced with alarming vigour, raising concerns among health authorities and the general public alike.

The Government has called for increased awareness of autism following the murder of a six-year-old austic child last year. The efforts are led by Women, Family, and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri.

A Singaporean man’s visit to the dentist for a dental filling took an unexpected turn when a piece of equipment fell off and went down his throat. What are the dangers of ingesting a foreign object?

With telemedicine on the rise, various employers and government agencies have raised concerns regarding the excessive issuing of medical certificates (MCs). How does this discussion of MCs correlate with the well-being of employees in the workplace?

Known as the King of Fruits due to its unique taste, distinctive smell, and crown-like exterior, durians are known to spark polarising opinions from the masses. The most common point of contention would be its pungent smell, with some who detest durians describing it as “cat poo”. Say what they will, durians are nutritious foods with health benefits, provided they are consumed in moderation.

In Singapore, about 1.4 million people, or 1 in 4 people, are migrant workers. Commonly, we hear how migrant workers build our homes, our schools, our workplaces, our hospitals, and so on. While we recognise the importance of migrant workers in Singapore, what are some of the health risks that may be posed to them?

A study by TODAY in 2023 showed that stress levels in Singapore have been steadily increasing since 2021. In 2023, 87 percent of respondents felt stressed, seven percentage points more than the global average.

also involves long-term responsibility and commitment. That should be considered before ownership.