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Devouring Delightful Filipino Delicacies: An Exhilarating Expedition Towards Healthier Cuisine

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Filipino cuisine, an amalgamation of diverse culinary influences, has become increasingly popular globally. However, the question of whether Filipino food is healthy often arises, given its frequent use of high-fat, sugary, and salty ingredients. 

In this article, we’ll examine the health aspects of Filipino cuisine and provide suggestions for making it a more wholesome dining experience.

Will Rising COVID-19 Cases Strain Healthcare Systems in Southeast Asia Again?

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Southeast Asian countries, including Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam, and Singapore, are witnessing a surge in COVID-19 cases, which is putting immense pressure on their healthcare systems. This increase in cases is attributed to factors such as recent holiday gatherings and an ageing population. As a result, hospitals in the region are grappling with overcrowded facilities and acute medical staff shortages.

IATF Recommends Extending Alert Level 2 in 26 Areas in the Philippines: A Medical Perspective

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The Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF) in the Philippines recently recommended the extension of Alert Level 2 enforcement in 26 areas until the end of April 2023 due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. This decision was made to prevent the further spread of the virus in the affected areas. Let us take a closer look at this story from a medical perspective.

Weekly Asian Medical News Bulletin – 24 March 2023

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iscover how the Philippines plans to establish specialty centres to provide specialized health services, Singapore’s efforts to enhance public health research capabilities and increase hospital capacity, and Indonesia’s proposal to allow foreign medical specialists to practice in the country. Read on for more updates on important healthcare news from across the region.