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A recent study revealed that high temperatures can exacerbate conditions like gestational diabetes and thyroid disorders among pregnant women, raising alarms in hot climates like Asia. Scientists from Singapore and Britain recently concluded a review of medical research dating back to the 1940s and found that heat affects hormones and the endocrine system, which is responsible for creating and releasing those hormones.

As our population ages and the incidence of chronic diseases rises, telemedicine has emerged as a critical tool for bridging…

She eventually found out he developed genital psoriasis as a result of a traumatic brain injury. Despite a strong emotional connection, the couple faced increasing tension due to a significant lack of physical intimacy. The husband, a 41-year-old hardworking man, had been avoiding sexual contact, leading his wife to question whether their marriage could survive this hurdle.

The Department of Health (DOH) has reported the first case of mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) in the Philippines for 2024. This new case brings the total number of recorded mpox cases in the country to 10. The last case was documented in December 2023, and all previous patients have since recovered.

Essential Facts About Monkeypox and How to Stay Safe Monkeypox is a zoonotic disease recently declared a global health emergency…

The Philippine Academy of Family Physicians (PAFP) has emphasised the importance of paying attention to skin conditions, which may reflect deeper, systemic health problems

Recognising and understanding childhood conditions can help in managing them effectively. Dr Mohana, a paediatrician with a subspecialty in paediatric allergy and immunology, recently discussed some of the most prevalent childhood conditions during the early years of life in a YouTube video on our channel, shedding light on how parents can navigate these challenges.

The “Eight Glasses of Water a Day” Rule Isn’t for Everyone We’ve all heard it before: drink eight glasses of…

The Ministry of Health (MOH) in Singapore has assessed the risk of the severe mpox clade I variant spreading to the country as low.

The connection between nutrition and female fertility is becoming increasingly clear.  Research reveals that what women eat can directly affect…