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From A to O: Navigating the World of Blood Types
Dive into the world of blood types, their significance, and their impact on health and culture. Find out more

Understanding Addison’s Disease: Adrenal Insuffiency
Addison’s disease, also referred to as primary adrenal insufficiency, is a relatively rare condition where the adrenal glands fail to produce adequate amounts of steroid hormones. The disease can have profound implications, but patients can lead a normal life with timely diagnosis and proper management. Medical Channel Asia invites Dr Ben Ng, Consultant Endocrinologist at Arden Endocrinology Specialist Clinic Mount Elizabeth Novena, to provide key insights to this condition.

Tackling Mood Disorders (Bipolar Disorder): Guest Article by Dr Tay Kaihong
Mood disorders, such as bipolar disorder, are generally underreported due to the stigma behind mental health conditions. This leads to delayed access to treatment options and greater awareness is needed. Medical Channel Asia invites Dr Tay Kai Hong, Psychiatrist and Medical Director at Private Space Medical to explain this condition in greater detail.

Facing Lupus: How Bella Hadid Champions Health and Awareness
Bella Hadid’s candidness about living with lupus brings to the fore an often-underestimated medical challenge. Read more

Jakarta Sees Rise in Acute Respiratory Infections Post-Pandemic
Recent data from the Jakarta Health Agency revealed an uptick in Acute Respiratory Infections (ISPA) post-pandemic cases. The agency reported approximately 146,000 ISPA cases monthly this year. Interestingly, while this is higher than the pandemic period, it’s still consistent with the numbers from 2018 and 2019.

Revolutionary Cell Sorter Launched in Singapore
The global medical technology company, Becton Dickinson, has advanced this growth further by launching the BD FACSDiscover™ S8 Cell Sorter in Singapore.

NUS Advances Healthcare Training for Singapore’s Future Needs
NUS revamps undergraduate healthcare programmes, aligning with Singapore’s ‘Healthier SG’ vision. Read more

Singapore’s NUHS Utilises Prescience Supercomputer for Healthcare Innovations
The National University Health System (NUHS) in Singapore has deployed the country’s first healthcare sector supercomputer, “Prescience.”

Monkeypox Emerges in Thailand: First Death and 189 Cases Reported
The Songkhla Provincial Public Health Office confirmed the first monkeypox (mpox) case in the region. A 31-year-old Thai man from Songkhla was admitted to the hospital on Wednesday, and the diagnosis was made the following day. The hospital followed the prevention guidelines by isolating the patient. The health office initiated contact tracing, identifying one low-risk and one high-risk contact, while others were advised to self-monitor.

Health Excerpts from PM Lee National Day Speech 2023
In Singapore Prime Minister’s Lee Hsien Loong National Day rally speech last evening, he mentioned key initiatives for health and medical care in Singapore. We share the excerpts related to health here.
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