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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.

A Mild COVID Wave Sweeping Across Asia

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Infection rates have risen in Singapore, India, Indonesia, and Vietnam, among others. But the good news is that the highly transmissible omicron variant of the virus that is causing the surge in cases, is not resulting in widespread severe illness.

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.