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King Charles III has received medical treatment for an enlarged prostate, a condition common among men his age, Buckingham Palace announced. The monarch has what is clinically known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). But what does BPH mean? Dr Ronny Tan and Dr Lie Kwok Ying, Urologists of Advanced Urology Associates, Singapore, help to explain the condition. They also advise on treatment options for this common condition, such as transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) and prostatic urethral lift (PUL).

We look at the top 5 most popular medical news stories across Southeast Asia this week!  #1 – Indonesia starts…

This meticulous surgery required the combined expertise of specialists in kidney surgery, transplantation, and functional urology. The team delicately sutured the patient’s buccal mucosa to the ureter, ensuring a blood supply through the omentum. The choice of the buccal mucosa was strategic, given its resilience and compatibility with urinary tract tissues.

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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.

 Health Minister Dr. Zaliha Mustafa urged the Malaysian public to not panic after rumours of an outbreak became viral on social media. Dr. Zaliha mentioned that several TB cases were detected in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur but emphasised that they were under control.

Manila Doctors Hospital (MDH) achieved a first in the Philippines. It became the first medical facility with its dedicated halal kitchen. 

A study has shown that Tthe earlier an individual gets was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes, the greater the reduction in life expectancy. Every decade of earlier diagnosis was associated with 3 to 4 years of reduced life expectancy. The study, conducted by a team from University of Cambridge and University of Glasgow analyzed data from two large-scale data sources, the Emerging Risk Factors Collaboration and UK Biobank. Data from more than 1.5 million participants were used in this study.  

In a miraculous tale of survival, a 19-year-old Qatari, SAF, overcomes a devastating car crash on his journey to Dubai,…

Heavy rains and consecutive flooding events triggered by typhoons and the southwest monsoon (“habagat”) are linked to a sharp rise in leptospirosis cases in the Philippines. In just one month, there’s been a 139% increase nationwide, according to the Department of Health (DOH).