Malaria makes a scary comeback in Malaysia
The rise in malaria cases also comes as the country is having to deal with an increase in dengue cases due to the hotter and drier weather caused by the El Nino phenomenon.
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Rising doctor-patient tensions continue to threaten Nepal’s healthcare
Incidents of physical assaults, threats against medical staff and vandalism at healthcare facilities have been increasingly reported.
Dengue vaccine trial shows promising results in Bangladesh
Currently, fluid management and symptom control are the only available treatments for dengue.
Walking can help ease depression, suicidal impulses: study
A report showed that those who averaged walking exercises five times a week were less prone to developing depression than those who didn’t.
S’poreans eating too much salt, more than one in three now has high blood pressure
But there is some good news: The war on sugar seems to be having an impact, with diabetes and high cholesterol figures down a shade.
‘Give yourself an outlet’: MMA fighter Angela Lee on mental health initiative
Inspired by late sister and her own mental health struggles, Angela Lee has launched a non-profit charity called Fightstory, dedicated to inspiring hope and building a community…
2 million Koreans opt out of life-extending treatments
Five and half years have passed since the so-called "Death with Dignity Act" came into effect in Korea in February 2018, which enabled people to refuse life-prolonging medical…
Eisai CEO hails significant step in fight against dementia
The drug Lecanemab removes a protein called amyloid-beta, which is associated with the disease’s progression, thereby slowing the advancement of the disease.
Punjab government bans injection allegedly responsible for loss of vision in patients
Diabetic patients in 3 districts were given Avastin injections to address retinal damage which led to severe infections, for whom the government has announced free treatment.
Malaysia’s medical tourism alive and well
Among the top treatments sought after in the county are general health screening, cardiology, fertility, oncology and orthopaedics, including medical and surgical-related as well…