Category: Education
Japan approves US$187.82 mn loan for Philippine health care programs
The Philippines has secured a US$187.82 million (approximately PHP11.53 billion) loan from Japan to strengthen the implementation of its Universal Health Care (UHC) program, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) announced. The Philippines and Japan recently signed the diplomatic notes […]
OS+H Asia’s 15th Edition showcases strong industry participation with a vibrant show floor and global reach
With visitor registration well underway, OS+H Asia 2026, the region’s premier biennial exhibition for workplace safety and health, is set to return to Singapore from 9–11 September 2026 at Marina Bay Sands Expo, Hall C. The 15th edition will bring […]
The state of nutrition in Asia: Can Asia meet Its nutrition goals?
Food scarcity remains a major challenge in many parts of the world. According to the Asian Development Bank (ADB) an estimated 808 million people—about 9.9% of the global population—are expected to live on less than US$3.00 a day in 2025. […]
A squint could be your eyes’ warning sign
It often starts with something easy to dismiss. A toddler tilts her head while watching television. A student struggles to read the whiteboard and begins squinting in class. A parent avoids driving at night because oncoming headlights seem unusually bright. […]
Three generations, two battles: How dengue stole what mattered most
For many, dengue is still seen as a seasonal illness, something familiar, even routine. But the reality is that dengue can strike any family, at any time of year, and can escalate quickly into a severe and life-altering condition. For […]
Novel nanosensor for rapid detection of gut health biomarker
Researchers from the National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University (NIE NTU) Singapore, and the Singapore- Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART) in collaboration with clinicians from the National University Hospital (NUH) and Yong Loo […]
New gel may help regrow tooth enamel
Weakened tooth enamel can lead to tooth decay, infections, and tooth loss. It has also been linked to conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Unlike other tissues in the body, enamel does not naturally regenerate once it is lost. […]
Toxoplasma study uses fluorescent imaging to track parasite growth
Toxoplasma gondii, a widespread parasite found in humans and animals, infects nearly one-third of the global population, yet its microscopic size has made it difficult for scientists to study. Toxoplasma gondii is commonly spread through undercooked meat and contaminated produce. […]
Immunization coverage falters in Southeast Asia; zero-dose children a top concern
The World Health Organization (WHO) South-East Asia region has raised an important healthcare issue that could save lives, calling for sustained efforts to expand vaccine access while warning that millions remain unprotected despite decades of progress in immunization. It said […]
Gains in Hepatitis response undercut by slow progress toward 2030 – WHO
Global efforts to curb viral hepatitis are cutting infections and deaths, but the disease continues to pose a major health threat, according to a new report from the World Health Organization (WHO). Hepatitis B and C, responsible for 95% of […]
