Over 57 million Indians are affected by fungal infection: Study
Fungal infection is widespread in India, although it is still unclear how prevalent it is and how frequently it occurs.
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Covid-19 has peaked in Chinese cities: Expert
However, as China has a large population, even a small percentage can result in a large overall figure, the senior health official added.
Calls for action against online vape peddlers
Cambodian Movement for Health operations director Mom Kong said that the confiscation and incineration of e-cigarettes contributes to a reduction in their use among young people.
Grassroots medical centres to get oral Covid drugs, oxygen monitors
"Localities should send small molecule Covid-19...and ensure that they can offer treatment under the guidance of higher-level hospitals", the circular said.
New handbook on marijuana consumption for tourists in Thailand
According to a Public Health ministry spokesman, the guide is necessary as Thailand is the first Asian country to legalise marijuana, and will attract foreigners interested in…
PhilHealth to tweak aid for mental health among others due to rate hike delay
Rey Balena, senior manager, said implementation of new benefits will still push through but not without some modifications.
HK assures public paracetamol supply stable; tally 20,230
The government said the current stock level is enough for the public healthcare system to take care of patients' needs, including Covid-19 patients.
Vaccine-resistant strains in West and China threaten Thailand: Virologist
Dr Yong Poovorawan said government agencies should implement guidelines to address different Covid-19 species, their severity and their resistance.
Number of Singapore dengue cases in 2022 likely to be second highest on record
As at 3pm on Dec 30, 32,097 dengue cases had been reported – amounting to 91 per cent of the record high of 35,315 cases recorded in 2020.
Korea should treat drug abuse epidemic as it did Covid-19: Minister
Minister of Food and Drug Safety Oh Yu-Kyoung also said so far the country’s approach to drug abuse so far as “punitive rather than recuperative.”