Cambodia acts against new mpox Clade Ib variant amid regional concerns
The regional situation is increasingly tense, with several Southeast Asian countries reporting cases of mpox, although primarily of the Clade II variant.
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China plans major health insurance overhaul for residents
The government plans to increase the annual per capita government subsidy for residents enrolled in the nation's basic healthcare insurance by 30 yuan ($4.7) to reach 670 yuan…
Singapore residents returning from countries with mpox do not need to be quarantined: experts
All travellers are required to report mpox-related symptoms and travel history on the SG Arrival Card, the Ministry of Health said. Mpox symptoms include fever, skin rash and…
Prolonged disruptions: The Korea Herald
It is widely feared that dire situations involving patients in emergency and critical conditions may occur across the nation more frequently unless the government tackles the…
Vietnam’s healthcare sector to speed up use of AI for better service
The use of AI in medical imaging diagnostics helps doctors reduce working time and allows them to make faster and more accurate decisions, Dr Mai Hong Son from the Military…
Malaysia on guard against mpox outbreak
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the operations room, formed on Aug 16, is tasked with overseeing the outbreak both domestically and internationally while also…
Extreme heat linked to diabetes in pregnant women, thyroid disorders: Study
The research team from Singapore and Britain went through decades of medical data to examine the lesser-known impacts of heat and spur more research on its long-term effects on…
Precautionary mpox screening to be set up at Changi, Seletar airports and sea checkpoints
Health advisories have also been put in place at air checkpoints, so that travellers will take the necessary personal precautions to avoid being infected. Travellers are strongly…
Singapore’s war on salt, sauces, instant noodles, cooking oil: Items to have A to D grades
This follows the successful use of the mandatory Nutri-Grade label on pre-packaged and freshly prepared beverages. As a result of the labelling and advertising restrictions,…
Spike in dengue cases in Philippines at outbreak levels, says health department
Citing its latest data from Jan. 1 to Aug. 10, the Philippines Department of Health recorded a total of 150,354 dengue cases nationwide—equivalent to an average of 4,700 cases…