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Baby Health

Cordlife Faces Crisis: 2,150 Cord Blood Units Damaged in Singapore

In a significant medical setback, Cordlife, a renowned private cord blood bank in Singapore, is currently grappling with a crisis. The Ministry of Health (MOH) has revealed that suboptimal temperature conditions have compromised the integrity of at least 2,150 cord blood units.  These units, crucial for potential future medical treatments, were stored in one of Cordlife’s tanks.

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News

Weekly Asian Medical News Bulletin – 31 November 2023

Medical Channel Asia presents the weekly Asian medical news bulletin, bringing you essential healthcare news from across the region. This week’s bulletin covers the Philippines’ and Indonesia’s response to the rising respiratory cases in China, HIV in Malaysia and more. 

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Cardiovascular

Not just weight loss – Semaglutide and Cardiovascular Benefits

With the emergence and increasing popularity of glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) agonists for the treatment of obesity in recent years, it might be worth investigating if these agents are able to reduce the cardiovascular risks associated with overweight and obesity, especially since they have been shown to reduce risk of major adverse cardiovascular events in patients with type 2 diabetes who are at high cardiovascular risk.

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Infectious Disease

Combating Pneumonia in the Philippines Through Comprehensive Vaccination Strategies

The alarming statistics from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) for 2022 revealed that pneumonia ranked as the sixth leading cause of death in the country. In a recent discussion, experts underscored the critical importance of vaccination as a proactive measure to reduce the risk of contracting pneumonia. Pneumonia continues to be a significant cause of mortality, particularly among older adults and individuals with chronic diseases.

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Respiratory

The Rise of Nicotine Poisoning In Malaysia: A New Challenge

The Malaysian Council for Tobacco Control saw an increase in nicotine poisoning among teenagers due to the use of e-cigarettes and vapes. E-cigarettes are being abused by children, teens and young adults and cases of nicotine poisoning seem to be increasing among teenagers and adults as well.

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