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The loss of Akira Toriyama serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the sudden impact that medical conditions like acute subdural haematoma can have. As fans around the world remember his unparalleled contribution to the manga and anime industry, it’s also an opportunity to raise awareness about this serious health issue, underscoring the importance of vigilance in head injury prevention and the urgency of seeking medical attention when needed.

In a startling incident in central Oregon, a pet owner has been diagnosed with the bubonic plague, a disease that harks back to the Middle Ages. Health officials believe the resident contracted the rare illness from their symptomatic pet cat, marking a rare occurrence of the plague in modern times.

Dr Goh shared that gastroscopy is a life-saving procedure that can diagnose serious diseases and can intervene before the disease gets to an incurable state. He also added that “polyps detected can be removed through the gastroscope by using a snare.”

The Department of Health (DOH) has recorded a concerning rise in malaria cases in the Philippines.  From January to September 2023, there were 4,777 reported cases, compared to 3,207 cases during the same period in 2022. This uptick highlights the pressing need for proactive measures and public awareness to address the growing threat of malaria in the country. Malaria, a life-threatening disease caused by parasites transmitted through the bites of infected mosquitoes, continues to pose a significant global health challenge. In a recent media briefing, Dr Jhobert Bernal, the technical supervisor of the National Reference Laboratories for Malaria and Other Parasites, emphasised the crucial role of early detection and accurate diagnosis in preventing malaria transmission within communities. The importance of timely intervention becomes even more apparent as global malaria cases increase to 247 million in 2021, according to data from the World Health Organization.

The rise of ‘health challenge trends’ on social media, particularly TikTok, is alarming health professionals across Asia. The latest involves the consumption of Borax, a laundry detergent powder, purported by TikTok creators to alleviate inflammation and joint pain. 

A patient recounts his experienced with delayed onset heat injury after returning to Singapore from a business trip to Vietnam. We ask him about it and get Dr Paul Chang to give us his thoughts on this matter.

Holidays are right around the corner and MCA brings you the essential medications to prepare for your next trip.