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Gut health is increasingly recognised as a cornerstone of overall wellbeing, with new evidence highlighting the benefits of symbiotics. 

Lab-grown meat, also known as designer, cultivated, or cell-based meat, uses biotechnology to genetically engineer real meat directly from animal cells. It was first created in 2013 by Mark Post, a researcher at the public research university in the Netherlands, the University of Maastricht. At that time, one hamburger using lab-grown meat cost $320,000 to create. 

The Philippines has embarked on a transformative journey to improve its healthcare system with the adoption of the National Objectives for Health (NOH) for 2023-2028.

In a bid to curb the spread of infectious diseases among inmates, the Provincial Health Office (PHO) of Batangas has initiated monthly medical missions at the Batangas Provincial Jail (BPJ). This enhanced effort began in May. Thus far, it has already benefitted nearly 1,000 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) These missions are part of a comprehensive strategy to enhance the healthcare system within the facility, ensuring that inmates receive adequate medical attention and preventive care.

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

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) remains vigilant as it monitors the activity of Kanlaon Volcano, situated in the province of Negros Occidental. Recent observations suggest increased volcanic activity, prompting consideration of raising the alert level from its current status to level 3. 

The Philippines’ largest lake, Laguna de Bay, is on the brink of an environmental and public health disaster. Pollution, overfishing, and invasive species threaten Laguna de Bay, which has profound implications. They also affect the ecosystem and the human health of the communities surrounding it.

The recent incident involving Singapore Airlines Flight SQ321 has brought to light the often-overlooked health risks associated with turbulence during flights. The harrowing experience left one passenger dead from a suspected heart attack and dozens injured. It has also prompted concerns about both physical and psychological well-being among survivors. 

A woman in Surabaya went viral about the terror and harassment she experienced for ten years by one of her middle school friends. This incident highlights the health risks associated with emotional abuse.

Urban gardening improves the immune system: A placebo-controlled study reveals indoor gardening enhances skin microbiota diversity and immune function. Indoor…