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Watching an intense sporting event, such as Indonesian Badminton Star Gregoria Mariska Tunjung’s matches at the 2024 Olympics, can trigger an increase in heart rate and feelings of nervousness.

Around 3,000 children and teenagers in Surabaya have been treated for addiction to mobile gadgets and online games since the beginning of this year. This phenomenon highlights the increasingly worrying mental health issues among the younger generation in Indonesia.

Residents in Woodlands, Sembawang, Choa Chu Kang, and nearby areas can now access acute hospital services more easily. The new Woodlands Health Campus aims to improve healthcare delivery in northern Singapore.

The popularity of bottled drinking water in Asia may exacerbate exposure to Bisphenol A (BPA), a potentially harmful chemical. Professors from Universitas Airlangga (Unair) and Universitas Diponegoro (Undip) expressed this concern about bottled water in a recent health seminar.

New studies reveal shocking truths: no amount of alcohol is safe, with links to cancer, liver disease, and heart problems.…

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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. 

In a significant development, Novartis has launched a cutting-edge therapy designed to lower bad cholesterol levels, providing hope for patients at high risk of cardiovascular issues. This innovative treatment has the potential to dramatically improve the lives of those dealing with high cholesterol, a key risk factor for heart disease and stroke.

June marks National Kidney Month in the Philippines. This is a period dedicated to raising awareness about kidney health and the impact kidney damage can have on other parts of the body. As part of National Kidney Month, Eladio Miguel M. Peñaranda Jr. MD, Chief of the section of Nephrology of Makati Medical Center, emphasises two important bodily connections. These connections are between kidney function, bone health, and cardiovascular health. Understanding these links is essential for managing and preventing complications associated with chronic kidney disease (CKD).