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Sumatran orangutan treats wounds with medicinal plants, raising questions about animal intelligence and the potential for collaboration in traditional medicine.

In a groundbreaking development for pediatric healthcare in the Philippines, the Philippine Children’s Medical Center (PCMC) in Quezon City proudly unveils its latest additions: state-of-the-art magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) scanners.

In a momentous occasion, the Western Visayas Medical Center (WVMC) unveiled its Heart and Lung building, marking a significant leap forward in the region’s healthcare landscape. Nestled in the heart of Western Visayas, this state-of-the-art facility stands as a beacon of excellence, offering comprehensive cardiovascular and pulmonary care services to patients across the region.

The sweltering heat of the sun, heightened by the ongoing effects of climate change, poses significant health risks, as warned by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 

The United Nations Population Agency’s (UNFPA) 2024 State of World Population Report serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring obstacles faced by Filipino women in accessing sexual and reproductive health and rights, despite incremental progress over the past three decades.

Fortunately, various effective treatments are available for mental health conditions. Psychotherapy (talk therapy) helps individuals develop coping mechanisms and address underlying emotional issues. Through therapy, individuals can learn to manage their thoughts and emotions, develop healthier relationships, and improve their overall well-being. Medication can also help manage symptoms of mental illness. Antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications, and other medications can help individuals find relief from the debilitating symptoms associated with mental health conditions. It’s important to note that the most effective treatment approach is often a combination of psychotherapy and medication tailored to the specific needs of each individual.

The vape and e-cigarette industry’s expansion into the Philippines, with aspirations to establish the country as a manufacturing hub for these products, has sparked concern among medical professionals. This trajectory, they warn, carries the ominous potential of fostering an epidemic of EVALI, or e-cigarette or vape-associated lung injury, particularly among the nation’s youth.

In an era where women are living longer than ever, a significant gap in our understanding of reproductive health persists. The NUS Bia-Echo Asia Centre for Reproductive Longevity & Equality (ACRLE) at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine is pioneering research into one of the earliest ageing organs in women: the ovaries. Since its inception in 2021, ACRLE has been at the forefront of investigating how to delay ovarian ageing, which could have profound implications for women’s health worldwide.

Discover how the Department of Health in the Philippines has reached a significant milestone by administering measles vaccinations to over 646,000 children nationwide.

In a concerning development, malaria cases in the Philippines nearly doubled in 2023 compared to the previous year, with climate change emerging as a significant contributing factor, according to the Department of Health (DOH).