Kathmandu wildfires cause surge in burn, respiratory cases, as hospitals reach full capacity
Meteorological office predicts rain on Tuesday and Wednesday, which could bring respite from hazardous level of air pollution.
Philippines’ goal: Reduce maternal deaths to 70 per 100,000 live births by 2030
Per WHO, for every 100,000 babies born in the Western Pacific region in 2023, 35 mothers died, 29 percent lower than in 2010. Despite progress, too many families and communities…
Infertility: The unseen battle of Bangladeshi women
In Bangladesh, where motherhood is deeply woven into a woman’s identity, infertility is more than just a medical condition — it is a deeply entrenched social stigma.
Nepal hospitals report spike in seasonal illnesses
As days get warmer, cases of fever, skin diseases, cough, flu, snake bites, dengue, and malaria have risen, say doctors. Doctors say the exact cause of the upsurge in the cases of…
One in every 41 births a stillborn in Bangladesh
UN reports on Bangladesh say at least 100,00 children die before reaching the age of five.
Malaysia running low on blood supply, especially rare negative blood type
According to Penang Hospital, negative blood types are found in only about 5% of the donors in Penang, and in Malaysia as a whole.
Behind the scenes of survival: Get to know Vietnam’s hospital social workers
Their work ensures that financial limitations never stand between a patient and necessary treatment, creating a healthcare system that serves all citizens regardless of economic…
Nepal health facilities run out of birth control shot Depo-Provera
Experts warn of a rise in unintended pregnancies and unsafe abortions.
Bhutan’s health ministry steps up fight against tuberculosis
The country reported 920 TB cases in 2024, including 66 multi-drug resistant (MDR-TB) cases. The mortality rate has also risen, with 36 deaths in 2024 compared to 28 in 2023 and…
Banking Singapore’s brains: How the grey matter of the dead can help improve lives
Brain Bank Singapore was officially opened on Nov 27, 2019. To date, 420 people have pledged to donate their brains. The young brain bank has also retrieved 11 brains and seven…