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Canadian singer Céline Dion has garnered attention and admiration for bravely sharing her struggle with stiff person syndrome (SPS) in her new documentary, “I Am: Céline Dion”. In a poignant and harrowing scene, Dion, 56, is seen grappling with an agonizing SPS attack, highlighting the challenges of living with this rare condition.

In Pulilan, Bulacan, a heartbreaking tragedy occurred when three cousins, all minors, were struck by lightning while playing in the rain. The victims, identified as Rexter Enriquez (16), Roxanne Enriquez (12), and April dela Cruz (11), were outside their home when the incident happened.

Traditional Thai massage (TTM) is an ancient practice known for its therapeutic benefits. It is an ancient therapeutic practice that has been used in various medical conditions, including post-surgery rehabilitation. The incorporation of TTM into rehabilitation programs has shown promising results in improving patient outcomes. This response explores the role of TTM in post-surgery rehabilitation based on data from multiple studies.

A Brief Overview of CFS Prevalence Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), a complex disorder characterised by extreme fatigue, has witnessed a…

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

Parkinson’s disease, a progressive neurological disorder, affects millions worldwide. Characterised by its impact on movement, this disease presents unique challenges…

Dr Koh stated, “The symptoms of prostatitis depend on the type of prostatitis as mentioned above. Acute bacterial prostatitis can cause fever, pain in urination, pain in the pelvic region, urgency and frequency of urination, chills and rigours. Chronic prostatitis may give rise to a long-standing ache in the perineum. It is usually diagnosed with examination of the prostate through a digital rectal examination, blood tests and urine tests.”

Lawrence Faucette, pioneer of pig heart transplant, passes away, leaving a legacy of hope for xenotransplantation, a tragic loss.

Senator Cristopher “Bong” Go advocates for the establishment of super health centers (SHC) aimed at enhancing the availability of public health services in rural areas. During the groundbreaking of the Super Health Center located at Barangay Malaguicay, Tanauan, Leyte, on September 28, Senator Bong Go voiced out his vision for proper medical services to rural areas in the Philippines. He said that the SHC will aid individuals residing in remote areas by providing them with improved access to healthcare services. 

UMMC’s non-invasive stroke recovery programme can help patients recover by modifying brain activity via electrical stimulation over 10 sessions in 2 weeks. They currently have the capacity to treat more patients and are urging stroke patients to get treatment.