Why 1 million Indonesians flock to Malaysian hospitals annually
As many as 60 percent of medical tourists stated they had experienced a misdiagnosis at a domestic hospital. This situation forced them look for better and more reliable medical…
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‘Inclusive food’ for people with swallowing, chewing difficulties gain popularity in Japan
Meals prepared for people with chewing and swallowing problems are not always appetizing to people, and are often unknown to people who have no problems with eating.
Singaporean man’s rare triple hernias repaired with new surgical technique
A hernia is a condition where part of an organ, such as the intestines, protrudes through a cavity wall. Causes include congenital defects, obesity and previous surgery.
Dengue cases in Philippines rise to 128,824 from Jan to July, says health department
The Department of Health, however, noted that despite increased cases, dengue-related deaths slightly went down to 337 from 378 in 2023.
Businesses in Indonesia fret over planned excise on fats and salt in processed foods
The same article also paves the way for an introduction of excise on sugar, fat and salt. The Finance Ministry had planned to introduce a tax on sweetened beverages last year, but…
Rising obesity crisis in Malaysia a big concern
Chief Secretary to the Government Mohd Zuki Ali said that there is a need for healthy activities among civil servants due to a significant obesity rate. Mohd Zuki said this is…
Anthrax outbreak closes cattle farm in Shandong
The farm's vicinity has been disinfected, and no additional positive livestock cases were found. Contaminated animal products didn't enter the market, the center said in a…
AI-powered technology for early lung cancer detection now in Philippines
Using deep learning techniques with more than 15 million chest x-rays, Qure.AI’s qXR can provide physicians with pre-read assistance in as fast as 20 seconds, detecting…
South Korea’s COVID-19 hospitalizations surge in July
This surge comes despite the country lowering its COVID-19 crisis level from “alert” to the lowest “interest” level on May 1, following a sharp decline in confirmed cases…
Nepal’s cholera outbreaks being reported only from districts with active surveillance
Active surveillance of cholera is being carried out in only four districts only—the Valley’s three and Kailali. Experts say water and sanitation conditions in the rest of the…