Browsing: immunity

Is vitamin C truly the immune-boosting powerhouse it’s claimed to be? While it doesn’t prevent colds, studies show it may shorten their duration. Discover the truth about vitamin C and how to balance supplements with a healthy diet.

Faith Villanueva, Co-Chair of the Adult Immunization Committee for Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (PSMID) Inc., emphasised the importance of incorporating…

Log In or Register as a healthcare professional to read the full article.

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. 

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.

Is cold exposure linked to illness? Discover the science behind it. Are cold temperatures, wet hair, and air conditioning harmful? Find out.

Dive into the scientific evidence to uncover the impact of immunity and superfoods, coupled with regular physical activity.