Search Results: hypothermia (4)

The Bediding phenomenon hit the southern region of Java, bringing extreme cold temperatures that impact human health.  Bediding is a seasonal phenomenon that occurs at the beginning of the dry season. The term itself comes from the Javanese word “Bedhidhing’. The air temperature becomes very cold from night to morning, while the temperature soars to strong heat during the day. Due to the drastic temperature change, it triggers hypothermia and respiratory illnesses in some people.

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

Cold-water therapy, often known as ice baths, is no longer just a routine for elite athletes. From Tokyo to Taipei, it’s making waves across Asia, as more people dip into this frosty health trend.

Hashimoto’s disease, or Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, is a thyroid autoimmune disease and a condition where the immune system attacks and damages…