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The Department of Health (DOH) has confirmed a partnership with the Department of Agriculture (DA) to tackle Q fever bacteria from imported goats. To protect public health, DOH is rolling out an assessment of risks to human health status. Q fever, attributed to the bacterium Coxiella burnetii, is a disease found in animals that can be transmitted to humans. This collaboration highlights the critical need for joint efforts in managing diseases that affect both humans and animals.

Following the tragic death of vlogger Dongz Apatan during a Mukbang video broadcast, the Philippines’ Department of Health is contemplating measures that may include a ban on such content.

The story of Ridwan Fadhil (22), a young man from Cianjur, West Java, went viral on social media after revealing his experience of being diagnosed with stage five chronic kidney failure. 

Exercise has long been hailed as a cornerstone of good health, offering benefits that extend far beyond physical fitness.  Recent…

For most Singaporeans, medical insurance is their primary protection from sickness. It shields them both financially and medically. A core component of medical insurance is critical illness.  In this article, guest writer Michael Seow gives a clearer understanding of what critical illness coverage provides.

Jakarta, a bustling metropolis marking its 497th anniversary, was overshadowed by a pressing concern: its deteriorating air quality. 

Indonesian Singer Virgoun was recently apprehended for methamphetamine abuse. According to police reports, Virgoun admitted to using methamphetamine, commonly known as ‘sabu’, to manage his weight. 

Farmers across the Philippines are being urged to wear protective gear, such as face masks and gloves, when handling goats and cattle to prevent the spread of Q fever.

As gout prevalence climbs, new research backs Treat-to-Target strategies for effective management to reduce uric acid levels and mean gout flare rate.

Understanding Organ Donation in Singapore Organ donation is one of the greatest gifts you can ever make, offering hope to…