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The resilient communities of the Davao Region, already grappling with the aftermath of recent floods and landslides, now face a new health crisis as cases of leptospirosis surge.

Explore the relationship between playing sports like basketball or volleyball and height increase. Uncover facts about growth in adolescents.

Improper food handling, inadequate cooking, and unhygienic conditions can lead to serious infections such as salmonella, E. coli, and cholera.

Amidst a surge in teenage pregnancies, the Commission on Population and Development (CPD) is intensifying its call for immediate government action and heightened national awareness. The agency is concerned by alarming statistics indicating a significant surge in teenage pregancies and live births among this vulnerable demographic from 2021 to 2022.

Malaysia grapples with a significant health challenge as Tuberculosis cases rise by 5% in 2023. This worrying trend highlights the…

Increasing Incidence of Colon Cancer Among Young Adults The incidence of colon cancer in young adults, particularly those in their…

New data from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) reveals a startling…

This accolade, which celebrates their dedication and significant contributions to the research community in Singapore, was presented by the Singapore Clinical Research Institute (SCRI). Now in its fourth year since its inauguration in 2019, the award saw 34 commendable nominations from public healthcare institutions. Among the recipients, Geraldine Lim was awarded the distinction award, and three others were awarded the merit award. The other recipients received finalist awards.

In a momentous stride forward for cardiac healthcare, St. Luke’s Medical Center proudly celebrates the grand opening of its highly anticipated Center for Structural Heart and Vascular Interventions (CSHVI). This cutting-edge facility stands as a towering symbol of innovation, poised to redefine the very landscape of cardiovascular care. With its pioneering approach to minimally invasive treatment options, the CSHVI is set to revolutionise how patients grappling with complex heart and vascular diseases are cared for.

The study utilised data from 115,726 participants enrolled in the Health Examinees (HEXA) study. The study is a component of the larger Korean Genome and Epidemiology Study. It is aimed at exploring the risk factors for chronic diseases among adults over 40 in Korea. Researchers assessed the participants’ dietary intake through a food frequency questionnaire, including their consumption of various types of kimchi. They analysed the relationship between kimchi intake, body mass index (BMI), and waist circumference.