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The “Asian flush,” a common genetic trait in East The “Asian flush,” a common genetic trait in East Asians, triggers flushing from alcohol, presenting both social and health implications. Read more

Dive into the scientific evidence to uncover the impact of immunity and superfoods, coupled with regular physical activity.

A California jury has ordered Johnson & Johnson (J&J) to pay US$18.8 million to Emory Hernandez Valadez, who claimed he developed mesothelioma, a deadly cancer, from long-term exposure to the company’s talc-based baby powder. This ruling marks a significant setback for J&J as it grapples with thousands of comparable cases in the US bankruptcy court.

Medical Channel Asia presents the weekly Asian medical news bulletin, bringing you essential healthcare news from across the region. This week’s bulletin will look at healthcare improvements in the region.

Singapore is currently facing a substantial increase in cases of severe scoliosis, particularly in teenage girls.  Hospitals have reported an increase in the number of cases compared to past years. Additionally, healthcare professionals have reported an alarming number of cases requiring surgical intervention.

Singapore is moving towards a healthcare strategy that focuses on providing preventive solutions in a bid to combat an ageing population. 

In a remarkable testament to the power of strategic healthcare planning, a 76-year-old Singaporean today enjoys a health status similar to an average 65-year-old globally, bested only by Japan. This remarkable achievement comes from three decades of meticulous planning and investments in healthcare, with a blueprint laid out in the White Paper on Affordable Healthcare in 1993.

In a shocking turn of events, popular YouTube bodybuilding star and fitness influencer, Jo Lindner, known to his fans as Joesthetics, has died unexpectedly from an aneurysm in Thailand. 

Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi has unexpectedly halted his world tour due to his battle with Tourette’s syndrome. 

A woman in her 70s from Ibaraki prefecture, Japan, has tragically become the world’s first reported fatality from the Oz…

Medical Channel Asia presents the weekly Asian medical news bulletin, bringing you essential healthcare news from across the region. This week’s bulletin will focus on medical staffing in the region & health risks from El Nino.