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Early Trials Suggest GLP-1 Drugs May Slow Alzheimer’s Progression
Breakthrough Trial Suggests GLP-1 Drugs Could Slow Alzheimer’s Progression Researchers have discovered that GLP-1 drugs, like liraglutide, may slow cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s patients. These
Health Ministry Halts Sale of Herbal Cough Syrup Ice Cream
Inside Scoop, a popular ice cream chain, has stopped selling its Pei Pa Kao cough syrup-flavoured ice cream following advice from Malaysia’s Ministry of Health (MOH).
Medan woman dies after liposuction in Depok
Ella Nanda Sari Hasibuan (30), a woman from Medan, died after undergoing a liposuction procedure at WSJ beauty clinic in Depok on 22 July 2024. Ella was in critical condition after her blood vessel burst, and she died on the way to the hospital.
Department of Health Issues Safety Guidelines Following Bataan Oil Spill
Several areas in Cavite are to be impacted by an oil spill from MT Terranova, which sank off Lamao Point in Bataan. The University of the Philippines Marine Science Institute (UP MSI) forecasted that the oil spill would reach Metro Manila by 1 am on Tuesday, 30 July, affecting Noveleta, Rosario, Tanza, Naic, and Ternate in Cavite.
Cognitive Decline: Should Mike Tyson and Manny Pacquiao Still Be Fighting?
In recent years, the topic of cognitive decline in older athletes, particularly boxers, has gained increasing attention. As athletes like Mike Tyson and Manny Pacquiao
Healthier SG Attracts Almost One Million Enrollees in First Year
Significant Uptake in Healthier SG Programme Promotes Preventive Health The Healthier SG initiative is making waves, with nearly one million people signing up in its
Man Electrocuted During Tondo Flood: A Stark Reminder of Electrical Hazards
A tragic incident occurred in Tondo, Manila, as a man was fatally electrocuted amid heavy flooding. The electrocution incident has brought to light the dangers posed by electrical hazards during floods. It also reminded authorities of the need for public safety awareness.
Study Reveals the Secret of Longevity in Gili Iyang and Miduana, Indonesia
Recent research conducted by the University of Indonesia’s Faculty of Medicine (FKUI) in collaboration with the Economic Research Institute of ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) has revealed the secret of longevity in two regions of Indonesia, namely Gili Iyang in East Java and Miduana in West Java.
Thousands of Children Treated for Addiction to Online Games in Indonesia
Around 3,000 children and teenagers in Surabaya have been treated for addiction to mobile gadgets and online games since the beginning of this year. This phenomenon highlights the increasingly worrying mental health issues among the younger generation in Indonesia.
Oropouche Virus: What We Know After First Deaths in Brazil
The Oropouche virus (OROV) has recently become a significant concern following the first reported deaths in Brazil. As this arbovirus gains attention, understanding the transmission, symptoms, and implications of Oropouche Virus is crucial for public health.
Increase in Polio Paralysis Cases in Indonesia
The Ministry of Health (Kemenkes) reports an increase in cases of childhood paralysis due to polio in Indonesia. Since the beginning of 2022, 12 cases of paralysis have been recorded in eight provinces, caused by poliovirus types two and one.
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