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Dr Jeeve explains. “Mono or more precisely, Infectious Mononucleosis, is caused by a viral infection. The virus is called the Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), which belongs to the Herpes family of human viruses. It is implicated in mononucleosis and other more serious conditions such as lymphoma and nose cancer (nasopharyngeal carcinoma).” 

In a significant move to bolster the local biotech industry, global biotech leader Amgen and NSG BioLabs, Singapore’s premier provider of biotech co-working laboratories, have announced VerImmune as the latest winner of their prestigious Golden Ticket Programme. This announcement underscores their commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration in Singapore’s burgeoning biotech sector.

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are a growing concern worldwide, particularly in Asia, where high population density and varying levels of sexual health education contribute to their prevalence. This article will shed light on the most common STDs in Asia, their symptoms, and the importance of early detection and prevention.