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In a historic downturn, Singapore’s fertility rate plummeted to 0.97 in 2023, marking the Republic’s first time falling below the…

King Charles III’s Cancer Diagnosis: A Royal Health Alert Buckingham Palace has recently announced that King Charles III has been…

The government aims to significantly enhance healthcare accessibility and quality across the diverse landscapes of the Philippines. This will be done by establishing 179 new medical specialty centers by 2028, prioritising regions where medical services are currently underserved. This initiative signifies a bold commitment to addressing longstanding healthcare disparities. Therefore, this ensures that every Filipino can access specialised medical care regardless of geographic location.

A Growing Concern: The Rise of Loneliness Among Gen Z Recent studies have pointed to a troubling trend: Generation Z,…

As the world shifts its focus from the immediate threat of the COVID-19 pandemic, another health concern, often silent but equally impactful, is gaining prominence. Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD), recognised as the “silent epidemic,” has emerged as a significant global health issue, affecting an estimated 38% of the world’s population.

We look at the top 5 most popular medical news stories across Southeast Asia this week!  #1 – Brain Surgery…

The dire shortages of nurses and nursing graduates forced the MOH to make this decision. Medical assistants are expected to fill the void left by nurses in specialist clinics. The move is meant to deal with the shortage of manpower in hospital wards, especially since the influx of COVID-19 admissions recently.

#1 – Thailand Seeks Citizens’ Opinion on Marijuana Law Thailand is seeking public feedback on a draft bill that aims…

The Department of Health (DoH) shared encouraging news on New Year’s Day: a marked decrease in fireworks-related injuries (FWRIs) compared to the previous year, even with lifting COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. This positive development is attributed to a combination of factors. It includes implementing Executive Order 28 and confining firecrackers to community fireworks displays. 

Amidst the convergence of colder months and an uptick in both influenza-like illnesses (ILIs) and anticipated COVID-19 cases, Dr. Rontgene Solante, the President of the Philippine College of Physicians (PCP), shares crucial insights during a bi-monthly lay forum organised by the PCP.