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Foot Health
Hallux Limitus: A Painful Condition That Affects Your Big Toe Joint
Hallux limitus is a common foot condition that affects a significant number of people, particularly in Asia. It is a form of arthritis that affects the joint at the base of the big toe, known as the first metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ).
Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)
Can Mouth Taping and Nasal Strips Effectively Stop Snoring?
Snoring is a widespread issue that disrupts sleep. Do nasal and mouth strips work to prevent snoring? Read more.
Respiratory
IATF Recommends Extending Alert Level 2 in 26 Areas in the Philippines: A Medical Perspective
The Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF) in the Philippines recently recommended the extension of Alert Level 2 enforcement in 26 areas until the end of April 2023 due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. This decision was made to prevent the further spread of the virus in the affected areas. Let us take a closer look at this story from a medical perspective.
News
Healthcare Professionals to Follow on TikTok Singapore
Following healthcare professionals on TikTok can provide a sense of community and support by engaging with healthcare professionals.
Vaccines
Let’s Get Back to Vaccines: World Immunization Week 2023
Vaccines have been a vital tool in protecting people from diseases for more than two centuries. They have helped keep families and communities healthy and safe, and the value of vaccines is immeasurable. The last week of April marks World Immunization Week, which aims to raise awareness about the importance of vaccines in protecting people of all ages against preventable diseases.
Medical Investigations
Unraveling the Tuberculosis Mystery: Persistent Cases in Singapore Amidst BCG Vaccination Success
Despite the widespread use of vaccinations in Singapore since the mid-1950s, about 2,000 tuberculosis cases are diagnosed annually. Read more
Alternative & Traditional Therapies
Reviewing Tongkat Ali and other traditional Malay medicine
Traditional Malay medicine is an ancient practice that has been used for centuries in Southeast Asia to treat various health conditions. One of the most popular remedies in Malay medicine is Tongkat Ali, a plant native to Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.
Respiratory
Weekly Asian Medical News Bulletin – 21 April 2023
Medical Channel Asia presents the weekly Asian medical news bulletin, bringing you essential healthcare news from across the region. This week, we cover mental health in the Philippines, rising COVID-19 cases and more.
Diabetes
These dessert ingredients are actually good for you
When we think of desserts, we often associate them with indulgence, guilty pleasures, and high calories. However, some ingredients commonly found in desserts can actually be beneficial to our health.
Mental Health
Depression Detection in 30-Seconds: Chinese Startup’s Breakthrough
Chinese AI startup Voice Health Tech has developed a groundbreaking method for depression diagnosis using speech analysis. Read more
Mental Health
K-pop Star Moonbin Dies at 25, Suspected Suicide Highlights South Korea’s Mental Health Crisis
K-pop star Moonbin has died at the age of 25. Found unresponsive in his Seoul apartment, authorities suspect suicide. Read more
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