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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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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
New Strain XBB1.16 Believed to be Linked to Conjunctivitis in Children
This article discusses the XBB1.16 subvariant of COVID-19, which has been linked to conjunctivitis in children. A new COVID-19 subvariant called XBB1.16, also known as Arcturus has been detected globally and recently gained more attention globally as it has just arrived in North America and Europe. It is also potentially linked to conjunctivitis in children.
Surviving the Sweltering Heat: Tips for Staying Cool During a Heatwave
Southeast Asia’s heat demands effective strategies for staying cool. As the hot season approaches, we offer tips on coping with a heatwave.
Medicinal Benefits of Chinese Medicine Ingredients
Chinese medicine has been used for thousands of years to promote healing and balance in the body. This ancient practice is based on the belief that health is a state of harmony between the body and the environment, and that imbalances can be corrected through natural remedies. Chinese medicine uses a variety of plant-based ingredients to treat a range of health conditions. In this article, we’ll explore some of the most common ingredients used in Chinese medicine and their potential health benefits.
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