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The Vital Role of Fitness Training for Athletes
The world of sports is fiercely competitive, with athletes continuously pushing their limits to reach new heights. However, it’s not just raw talent or dedication
Weekly Asian Medical News Bulletin – 1 September 2023
Medical Channel Asia presents the weekly Asian medical news bulletin, bringing you essential healthcare news from across the region. This week’s bulletin reported on AI
Understanding Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism
The thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland in the neck, is the unsung hero of our endocrine system. Producing hormones that regulate numerous metabolic processes in the body it can sometimes malfunction in one of two ways: it produces too little (hypothyroidism) or too much (hyperthyroidism) of the hormone. Medical Channel Asia invites Dr Ben Ng, Consultant Endocrinologist at Arden Endocrinology Specialist Clinic Mount Elizabeth Novena, to provide key insights into this condition.
NUS Names Professorship in Paediatric Oncology After George Yeo and His Wife
The Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine at the National University of Singapore (NUS Medicine) broke new ground on 30 August 2023 by launching the George and Jennifer Yeo Professorship in Paediatric Oncology.
Named in honour of influential Singaporean couple George and Jennifer Yeo, this professorship aims to dramatically improve the treatment outcomes for children with cancer, not just in Singapore but across Asia. The launch event was held at The Fullerton yesterday evening.
Shocking Discovery: Live Python Worm Found in Australian Woman’s Brain
In a stunning medical first, an Australian woman complaining of forgetfulness and depression was found to have a live 8-centimetre roundworm in her brain. Usually found in pythons, the discovery has put the international medical community on high alert, prompting an intensive review of zoonotic diseases — illnesses transferred from animals to humans.
Understanding Hypochlorhydria With Gastroenterologist Dr Gwee Kok Ann
Hypochlorhydria refers to a condition where there’s a reduction in the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach. Hydrochloric acid is essential for various digestive
Groundbreaking Primary Care Research Institute Launched in Singapore
Singapore celebrated the launch of the Primary Care Research Institute (PCRI) by SingHealth Polyclinics, AstraZeneca, and GP+ Co-operative. This trio of healthcare leaders will co-create preventive health tools and explore groundbreaking care models for primary care settings.
Thailand’s Siriraj Hospital Teams Up with Cariva to Revolutionise Medical AI in Asia-Pacific
In a landmark collaboration, Siriraj Hospital’s Faculty of Medicine at Mahidol University is partnering with Thai AI startup Cariva to transform the future of medical care in Thailand and the wider Asia-Pacific region. This collaboration aims to solidify Thailand’s reputation as a medical hub and facilitate the export of AI-driven healthcare innovations to the Asia-Pacific region.
Malaysian Doctors Allowed Ivermectin Dispensation, Court of Appeal Rules
In a recent development from Putrajaya, the Court of Appeal has overridden the High Court’s earlier decision. Their judgement ruled that doctors can prescribe Ivermectin to patients as per the Poisons Act 1952 and the Poison Regulations 1952.
Medical Milestone: UK Woman Receives Sister’s Womb in Historic Transplant
Groundbreaking UK womb transplant sees woman receive her sister’s uterus, paving a new era in reproductive medicine.
Thailand Launches Free Newborn Screenings to Boost Birth Rates and Child Health
Thailand’s government noted a steady drop in the nation’s birth rate. Therefore, they took an assertive step to safeguard the health of the newest generation. The Department of Medical Sciences (DMS) and the National Health Security Office (NHSO) of Thailand have announced a new initiative that offers free screenings for newborns to detect 24 rare medical conditions. They designed this proactive move as part of a wider strategy to bolster the nation’s children’s health. Currently, the birth rate averages 1.4 births per woman, which contributes to an ageing population.
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