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The Malaysian Pharmacists Society (MPS) has urged newly appointed Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad to reinstate vape liquids containing nicotine to the Poisons List and to advance the Generational End Game (GEG) policy. The GEG policy aims to prohibit the sale and use of all smoking materials, including electronic cigarettes or vaping products, to individuals born on or after January 1, 2007. MPS praised Dzulkefly’s return, noting his previous focus on health promotion and preventive healthcare. 

Dr Zaliha Mustafa asks Malaysians to remain calm as healthcare facilities are not overwhelmed by the rise in COVID-19 cases.…

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

Explore the latest developments in the Philippines’ COVID-19 vaccine distribution as the Department of Health halts procurement amid depleted stocks. Committee inquiries, vaccine-associated controversies, and insights from healthcare professionals shed light on the nation’s challenges and successes. Dive into the complex landscape of the ongoing pandemic, where strategic government decisions play a pivotal role in balancing effectiveness, financial sustainability, and healthcare needs.

Medical Channel Asia presents the weekly Asian medical news bulletin, bringing you essential healthcare news from across the region. This week’s bulletin covers the Philippines’ and Indonesia’s response to the rising respiratory cases in China, HIV in Malaysia and more. 

Recent footage capturing crowded conditions in Beijing hospitals has raised global concern over a surge in respiratory infections in China. The Chinese health ministry, however, attributes this increase to flu and other common winter illnesses, not a novel virus. 

The National Dental Centre Singapore (NDCS) has announced the development of a unique antiseptic mouth rinse with enhanced antiviral properties…

Meta-description The Malaysian Medical Association calls for accountability regarding 104 faulty ventilators bought from China via Pharmaniaga without proper documentation.

Medical Channel Asia presents the weekly Asian medical news bulletin, bringing you essential healthcare news from across the region. This week’s bulletin covers expired vaccines in Malaysia, illegal drugs in Singapore and monkeypox in Indonesia. 

Dr. Silverose Ann Bacolcol, Head of Manila Doctors’ Hospital Infection Prevention and Control Office, shared that “Most of the COVID-19 cases we see now are mild to moderate infections and can be managed at home. However, patients who have risk factors for disease progression, such as the elderly, those with co-morbid conditions, and are immunocompromised, need close monitoring and may have to be admitted.”

Dr Bacolcol strongly advised to receive a booster shot. She stated, “people should still receive their booster shots for COVID-19 because the threat of COVID-19 infection still exists and will continue to stay. The US CDC and Philippine DOH recommend the COVID-19 booster to prevent serious illness, hospitalisation, and death due to COVID-19.” About 23 million Filipinos have received a booster shot.