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On June 8, 2024, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported a significant rise in sulfur dioxide emissions from Kanlaon Volcano, reaching 4,397 tons per day. This elevated level of emissions signals heightened volcanic activity, necessitating Alert Level 2. This warning highlights potential explosive eruptions and restricts access to the volcano’s 4-kilometer radius.

Indonesian actress Prilly Latuconsina has recently made headlines for her remarkable weight loss journey. She shed an impressive 10 kg without resorting to stringent diet plans. Instead, she adopted a holistic approach, embracing a healthier lifestyle over the course of a year. Prilly’s transformation serves as an inspiring example, demonstrating that sustainable weight loss is achievable through simple yet effective dietary and lifestyle modifications.

Recent findings by the EcoWaste Coalition have revealed alarming levels of lead in medallions sold at the Quiapo Church in Manila. This discovery has raised significant health concerns for consumers, particularly those purchasing these items for religious purposes. The presence of such high levels of lead poses a severe risk, emphasising the need for immediate action and heightened awareness.

From enhancing cardiovascular health to aiding metabolic processes, Pu Erh tea presents a promising natural remedy backed by scientific studies. …

Singapore’s tropical sunshine offers plenty of natural vitamin D, yet many locals might still benefit from D3 supplements.  Here’s why…

In an era where women are living longer than ever, a significant gap in our understanding of reproductive health persists. The NUS Bia-Echo Asia Centre for Reproductive Longevity & Equality (ACRLE) at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine is pioneering research into one of the earliest ageing organs in women: the ovaries. Since its inception in 2021, ACRLE has been at the forefront of investigating how to delay ovarian ageing, which could have profound implications for women’s health worldwide.

Today, 22 April, is Earth Day 2024. This occasion marks yet another opportunity for global communities to reflect on the interconnectedness of environmental health and human well-being.

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In response to alarming statistics indicating that six out of 10 Filipinos pass away without receiving medical attention, a proactive legislative initiative has emerged. Bicol Saro Party-list Representative Brian Raymund Yamsuan has taken a bold step by introducing House Bill (HB) No.1785, dubbed the proposed Free Annual Medical Check-up Act.

In the face of a 40% surge in kidney failure cases over the past decade, Singapore grapples with a silent…