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WHO Urges Safe and Ethical Use of AI in Healthcare
Protecting public health and promoting ethical practices, WHO calls for the responsible utilisation of artificial intelligence in healthcare.
Weekly Asian Bulletin 19 May 2023 – Heatwave edition
Medical Channel Asia presents the weekly Asian medical news bulletin, bringing you essential healthcare news from across the region. Asia finds itself gripped by an unprecedented heatwave, with soaring temperatures marking record highs not seen in decades. This week’s bulletin will focus on heat-related news across the region.
Get to Know the Benefits of Single Session Therapy
SST can be helpful for individuals’ issues, such as life transitions, decision-making, or learning tools to manage depression and anxiety.
Should I get hormone replacement therapy (HRT): The Pros & Cons
As we age, our bodies undergo various hormonal changes that can significantly affect our health and well-being. For women, menopause is a major life transition marked by declining levels of oestrogen and progesterone, leading to a range of symptoms like hot flushes, night sweats, and mood swings. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has emerged as a popular treatment to alleviate these symptoms, but is it the right choice for everyone? In this article, we’ll explore the benefits and risks of HRT, focusing on its use in Asia.
How to Combat Gender Bias in Healthcare? 5 Strategies for Equity
Gender bias in denotes the systematic disparities in the treatment, diagnosis, and care of women. Here are 5 strategies to combat this.
Rural India Struggles Amidst Specialist Doctor Shortfall
As India’s population surges, it’s building more hospitals, but the supply of doctors is falling short. Mithilesh Chaudhary, a 21-year-old from Bihar state, is one of many Indians standing in line outside All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, without an appointment, hoping to see a specialist. This highlights a grave issue: the shortage of specialist doctors and health workers in India’s rural areas, where over two-thirds of its 1.43 billion populace resides.
The Scoop on the Runs: Top 10 Causes of Diarrhoea
Diarrhoea can strike when you least expect it, leaving you feeling weak and uncomfortable. In Asia, where dietary habits and sanitation practices may differ, understanding the causes of diarrhoea is essential. Let’s delve into the top 10 reasons behind this unpleasant condition.
4 Common STIs & Prevention: A Women’s Guide
Dive deep into the world of women’s sexual health. Explore common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and learn about their prevention. A women’s sexual health serves
Medicine from Vending Machines – A Public Health Revolution in Singapore
Overall, vending machines can reduce people’s stress during after-hours when they are unwell. Read more on what you should know
Defying the Age Barrier: 92-Year-Old Hiroo Tanaka Sets New World Record in Athletics
In the world of sports, age is often seen as a limiting factor. However, some athletes, like Hiroo Tanaka, are defying this notion and rewriting
Battling Intense Heatwaves in the Philippines and Southeast Asia
Temperatures continue to soar in Southeast Asia, as metropolitan cities like Bangkok, Manila and Singapore reach record temperature highs. The heatwave sweeping Southeast Asia is resulting in serious cases of heat injuries, and in this article, we speak with locals and medical professionals on how to cope.
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