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Infection rates have risen in Singapore, India, Indonesia, and Vietnam, among others. But the good news is that the highly transmissible omicron variant of the virus that is causing the surge in cases, is not resulting in widespread severe illness.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has recently launched two initiatives to improve the access and quality of healthcare services across…

A study published in the Frontiers of Nutrition in 2020 found that higher egg consumption linked to lower stroke risk in Asia. Read more

Medical Channel Asia presents the weekly Asian medical news bulletin, bringing you essential healthcare news from across the region.  This…

Homeopathy is a complementary and alternative medicine that has grown in popularity recently. This year, on April 10th, the world celebrates World Homeopathy Day.

In this article, we take a closer look at the principles and benefits of homeopathy and the reasons behind its growing popularity.

Every year, more than 3 million girls are estimated to be at risk of being forced to have an FGM procedure.

This article discusses the under-diagnosed danger of fibromyalgia, a chronic pain condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Learn about its symptoms, risk factors, and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment in managing the condition.

Children in Thailand are at high risk from climate change, according to a recent UNICEF report. Floods, droughts, and high temperatures threaten their health, development, and well-being, as they are more vulnerable to climate disasters than adults. The report recommends child-sensitive climate policies and promoting awareness among children to protect themselves from climate hazards.

This article explores the potential benefits of using body odor in therapy for social anxiety. Swedish researchers believe that the smell of armpit sweat can activate brain pathways linked to emotions, offering a calming effect. The article also discusses other current anxiety therapies and the link between our sense of smell and emotional well-being.

Eczema is a chronic skin condition that affects millions of people worldwide, with a notably higher prevalence in Asia.