Thailand offers free flu shot to 7 high-risk groups nationwide until August 31
The vaccines protect against three strains of the influenza virus: A (H1N1), A (H3N2), and B (Victoria lineage).
Singapore monitoring rise in COVID-19 cases; no indication variants are more transmissible or severe
In the week of April 27 to May 3, the estimated number of Covid-19 cases stood at 14,200, up from 11,100 in the previous week.
Snakebite cases surge in Nepal’s Mahottari as temperatures rise
Health experts warn that climate change and rising temperatures are expanding the habitat range of venomous snakes in Nepal.
Indonesian government defends tuberculosis vaccine trial in Indonesia
The clinical trials for a tuberculosis vaccine candidate developed with funding from the Gates Foundation are taking place in Indonesia under close monitoring by multiple national…
Japan’s whooping cough cases this year exceed 10,000; three times total amount for 2024
Experts say the spread of antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria is one of the reasons for the increase.
Hong Kong scientists develop nasal spray flu vaccine for broad virus protection
An intranasal vaccine induces mucosal immunity in the respiratory tract, offering frontline defense against infections while eliminating needle-related hesitancy, particularly…
Stakeholders urge Malaysian government to address persistent shortage of medical specialists
With the Health Ministry’s target of 28,000 specialists by 2030 looking increasingly unattainable, they say there is a need to increase the number, especially in fields such as…
From silence to school: how traditional medicine helps children with autism
Over the past several years, thousands of young patients have been treated, benefitting from a unique blend of acupuncture and developmental interventions.
As China’s population ages, cultural taboo of hospice care slowly lifts
Traditional beliefs play a role. Many Chinese families prioritise prolonging life at any cost. This cultural mindset often leads to aggressive medical interventions, even in the…
Tests reveal alarming levels of banned pesticide in vegetables sold in Kathmandu
Dangerous levels of organophosphates can cause nerve damage.