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No Autism or ADHD Link Found With Pregnancy Paracetamol Use
Researchers at HKUMed analysed over 708,000 pregnancies and found paracetamol use during pregnancy was not associated with autism or ADHD once family genetics and environment were taken into account.
Can AI Give Doctors Back Time to Care?
AI is already transforming healthcare…just not in the way most people imagine. Medical Channel Asia visited Philips’ Innovation Campus to see how AI is helping clinicians work faster, reduce workload and improve patient care across the hospital.
The Smell of Chocolate May Help You Push Through Leg Day
A new study suggests that simply smelling dark chocolate before a workout could help you complete more repetitions during resistance training. Researchers believe appetite and brain responses may play a role, but the findings are still preliminary.
Smart Health Asia 2026: Singapore Showcases Future Of Medical AI in Asia Pacific
Highlighting groundbreaking regional medical innovations, Smart Health Asia 2026 examines the critical balance between cutting-edge technology and human-centric patient care.
Doctors Alarmed by Surge in Young-Onset Colorectal Cancer
More young adults are being diagnosed with colorectal cancer, both in Asia and globally. Doctors say recognising the symptoms early and attending screening when eligible could make all the difference.
Can You Really Sleep Your Way to Weight Loss?
Sleeping an extra hour each night may naturally help you eat less. A clinical trial found adults who extended their sleep consumed around 270 fewer calories daily – without dieting or exercising more.
Healthy Ageing: Which Supplements Are Worth Considering?
As we age, nutrient absorption and natural compound production decline. Here are five supplements that may support healthy ageing, plus why food should still come first.
Longer Lives Are Changing Heart Valve Decisions
At the RESILIA Summit 2026 in Bangkok, experts explored how new 10-year data on RESILIA tissue are changing heart valve replacement. As Asians live longer, surgeons are increasingly planning decades ahead—not just for today’s procedure, but for a patient’s lifetime.
Peer Support Could Encourage Adults With Anxiety or Depression to Seek Help: Duke-NUS Study
Singapore, 23 June 2026 — As mental health needs continue to rise in Singapore, researchers found that most adults living with symptoms of anxiety or depression are open to receiving support from peers, even if they have not sought professional help.
Feeling Tired, Forgetful or Unsteady? Vitamin B12 Could Be the Missing Link
Feeling tired, forgetful or unsteady? Vitamin B12 deficiency becomes more common with age and may affect energy, memory, nerves and balance.
The Hidden Health Risks Behind Energy Drink Culture
Energy drinks promise focus, stamina and productivity. But what happens when that daily boost becomes a habit? From sleep disruption to heart health concerns, here is what the science says.
Low Testosterone or Burnout: Are Young Asian Men At Risk?
Chronic stress and long hours may be masking a serious hormonal issue. Discovering the truth behind testosterone deficiency symptoms could be the key to reclaiming your energy and health.
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