Search Results: chronic pain (227)

The ageing population in the Philippines faces significant challenges in accessing adequate health care. This was revealed by the inaugural policy report launched by the Asian Development Bank (ADB). Despite the Universal Healthcare (UHC) Law, older Filipinos, particularly those from poorer backgrounds, continue to experience unequal access to health services. High out-of-pocket expenses and limited resources worsen these issues, highlighting the urgent need for expanded government services to support this vulnerable sector.

The Indonesian Society of Internal Medicine (PAPDI) has unveiled a significant update to its adult vaccination recommendations for 2024, marking a major stride towards fortifying public health in Indonesia and across Asia.

Southeast Asian countries like Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and the Philippines have been experiencing record-breaking heat. These recent extreme temperatures have led to heat stress-related consequences like agricultural disruptions and power outages. In South Vietnam, whole rice fields dried up. Additionally, schools were suspended in the Philippines after temperatures rose above 42 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, across Thailand, temperatures soared and broke records continuously for 13 months!

Early recognition of addiction signs is crucial. It helps prevent the escalation of addictive behaviours through timely intervention. Identifying early…

In a bid to combat the rising tide of obesity and associated health risks, the Department of Health-Center for Health Development (DOH-CHD) in Bicol has issued a compelling call to action.

In the healthcare landscape, the choice between house brand and branded medications often hinges on cost and consumer confidence. Interestingly, scientific evidence counters this by highlighting that the active ingredients in generic (house brand) and brand-name drugs are identical, ensuring comparable efficacy.

Dr Jaime Galvez Tan, former Health Secretary and convener of the HPA, stresses the importance of prioritising heart health through dietary choices. “One way of showing extra love and care for our hearts is to cut down our consumption of Ultra-Processed Products (UPPs) to save ourselves from cardiovascular diseases,” he emphasises. Dr Tan advocates replacing UPPs with healthier alternatives such as fresh fruits, vegetables, and home-cooked meals. These choices provide essential nutrients while reducing the intake of harmful additives.

Improper food handling, inadequate cooking, and unhygienic conditions can lead to serious infections such as salmonella, E. coli, and cholera.

The prevalence of Lyme disease in Asia, a region where this tick-borne illness was previously less common, is now being…

Spider Veins vs Varicose Veins: A Comprehensive Overview Spider veins and varicose veins, while often mentioned in the same context,…