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Malaysia has been grappling with an outbreak of leptospirosis. This bacterial infection, although not new to the region, has resurfaced with alarming vigour, raising concerns among health authorities and the general public alike.

Following a major oil spill in Singapore, several beaches, including Sentosa’s Palawan Beach, are now off-limits.  Discover the health hazards…

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).

Discover the incredible story of Kelsey Hatcher’s twin pregnancy in separate uteruses, a medical rarity. Read more

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).

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.

Elevate your well-being with the power-packed magnesium glycinate, the mineral involved in over 300 enzyme reactions in the human body. 

Water retention, also known as oedema, occurs when excess fluids build up within the body. This phenomenon can result from…

According to Stanford Medicine, South Asians have a 40% higher chance of mortality from heart attacks than the average population.

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