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Experts Warn Antimicrobial Resistance Could Be Deadlier than Cancer by 2050
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a significant threat to global healthcare and is projected to claim more lives than cancer by 2050. Singapore medical experts sound warning. Read more
Lesser Known Health Conditions Affecting Men in Asia
Discover five lesser-known health conditions that impact men’s well-being in Asia, and learn how to recognize and manage them for a healthier life.
The Heart-Healthy Asian Diet: 7 Foods You Need to Eat Now
The Asian diet has long been associated with many health benefits, including improved heart health. While there are many factors that contribute to a healthy
How To Lower Your Risk of Type 2 Diabetes: Tips for Asians
According to the International Diabetes Federation, over 60% of the world’s diabetes population resides in Asia. Asians are at a higher risk of developing type
No Evidence To Suggest COVID-19 Was The Result Of An Accidental Lab Leak
Over a year after the COVID-19 pandemic began, the origin of the virus is still a mystery. In the early days of the outbreak, it
Hepatitis B: Everything You Need To Know
Hepatitis B (HBV) is a viral infection that affects the liver, causing inflammation and potentially leading to long-term complications such as liver cancer, cirrhosis, and
Weekly Asian Medical News Bulletin – 3 March 2023
Medical Channel Asia presents the weekly Asian medical news bulletin, bringing you essential healthcare news from across the region. In this week’s bulletin, we cover teenage pregnancy in the Philippines, a missing helicopter carrying hospital staff, e-cigarette regulations in Singapore, healthcare tourism in Thailand, steps to tackle doctor shortages in Malaysia, and Vietnam’s surgical center cutbacks.
Wearable Robotic Arm for Stroke Patients Gets Patent
Researchers from the Philippines get a breakthrough in developing a wearable robot to assist patients during rehabilitation exercises
Cardiovascular Health: Understanding Heart Disease Risk Factors for Women
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in many countries, including India, and China. Although heart disease is often associated with men, women are just as likely to develop the condition. It’s crucial for women to understand the risk factors for heart disease and take steps to maintain cardiovascular health.
WHO Raises Concerns As H5N1 Resurfaces In Cambodia
H5N1, also known as bird flu, has once again become a cause for concern as it resurges in Cambodia. This highly contagious viral infection, H5N1,
5 Important Tips for How Seniors Should Approach Healthy Ageing
As we age, it’s important to take care of our health to maintain our quality of life. Healthy ageing can help us live longer, more
Osteoporosis After Menopause: Understanding Risk Factors, Prevention, and Treatment
Osteoporosis is a bone disease that affects millions of people around the world, and women are at a higher risk of developing it, particularly after
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