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Head and neck cancer affect the cognitive functions of survivors in the long run

December 15, 2017

Survivors of head and neck cancers are more likely to see their cognitive abilities decline, a recent study suggests. The findings are drawn from cognitive assessments for 80 survivors of these tumours and a control group of 40 otherwise similar […]

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Motorcycle passengers have higher head injury risks than motorcycle drivers

December 13, 2017

A study in the U.S has found that motorcycle passengers are less likely than drivers to wear helmets which increases their risk to suffer traumatic brain injuries in crashes. Researchers studied almost 80,000 motorcycle drivers and nearly 6,000 passengers who […]

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Eye injection Aflibercept proves effective in Polypoidal Choroidal Vasculopathy (PCV), common in Asia Pacific

December 11, 2017

Pharmaceutical and life sciences company Bayer recently announced that its anti-VEGF treatment aflibercept solution for injection into the eye is effective as monotherapy in patients who have Polypoidal Choroidal Vasculopathy (PCV). PCV is a subtype of wet age-related macular degeneration […]

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Having menstrual cramps? Try acupuncture mobile apps

December 11, 2017

Women with intense menstrual cramp pain may get more relief from smartphone app-guided acupressure than with typical medical treatments like painkillers, a recent study suggests. Some previous research has linked acupressure – which uses precise finger placements at pressure points […]

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Kids who are physically active more likely to get better grades

December 11, 2017

Students who get extra physical activity may pay more attention in school and do better in subjects like reading and math, a research review suggests. The study team analyzed data from 26 previously published studies with a total of more […]

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World gathers in Nairobi to tackle global menace of pollution

December 7, 2017

More than 4,000 Heads of State and government, Cabinet ministers, business leaders, United Nations officials and civil society representatives have gathered in Nairobi at the 3rd UN Environment Assembly to discuss ways to tackle the global menace of pollution. “Our […]

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KPJ Healthcare Berhad introduces Watson for Oncology, the first artificial intelligence system for cancer management in Malaysia

December 4, 2017

KPJ Healthcare Berhad recently launched Watson for Oncology, a cognitive computing platform that assists oncologists in the management of cancer. It is the first artificial intelligence system for cancer management in Malaysia and was developed by IBM in collaboration with […]

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Aphasia, a sad effect of stroke

April 2, 2015

1.    What are the chances of stroke affecting the ability to understand and process language in stroke patients? Associate Professor Elizabeth Cardell (PhD, Griffith University):Aphasia is quite common. Worldwide, around15 million people suffer a cerebrovascular accident (stroke) each year. The […]

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New solutions for back pain, one of the top three reasons for GP visits in the developed world

March 24, 2015

The Swiss medtech company Hocoma will be using conference and trade show RehabTech Asia 2015 to launch their Valedo Therapy Concept range in Asia. The Valedo system is a departure for Hocoma who are best known for rehabilitation devices for […]

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RehabTech Asia 2015 to showcase cutting edge technologies

March 24, 2015

Singapore, 17 March 2015 – The Singapore Rehabilitation Conference, along with the NeuroRehabilitation Medicine & Innovation Asia Pacific Congress and the Rehabilitation Engineering Society and Assistive Technology of North America (RESNA) Asia Pacific Conference will be held in conjunction with […]

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8-11 May
Vietnam Medi-Pharm
MITEC, KL
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21-22 May
HealthTechX Asia
Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore
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5-7 June
Medical Taiwan
Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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9-11 June
APHM International Healthcare Conference & Exhibition
KL Convention Centere, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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12-14 June
International Health Industry Expo
China
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24-26 June
CPhI China
SNIEC, Shanghai, China
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25-26 June
Health Facilities Asia
Singapore
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25-27 June
Japan Health
INTEX Osaka, Japan
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26-27 June
OSH India South
Chennai Trade Center, Bangalore
www.oshindia.com


9-11 July
Medical Device Development (MEDIX) – Osaka
Makuhari Messe, Japan
www.manufacturing-world.jp


14-16 July
Lab Asia
Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), Malaysia
www.lab-asia.com


16-18 July
Medlab Asia | Asia Health
Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre, Kuala Lumpur
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13-15 August
Philippines Medical
SMX Convention Center Manila Philippines
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21-23 August
REHACARE China
Suzhou, China
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21-23 August
Medical Fair China
Suzhou, China
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3-5 September
Bio Asia Pacific
BITEC, Bangkok
www.bioasiapacific.com


9-12 September
China Dental Show
National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai)
www.chinadentalshow.com


10-11 September
Hospital Management Asia
Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
www.hospitalmanagementasia.com


10-12 September
Medical Fair Thailand
BITEC, Bangkok
www.medicalfair-thailand.com


10-12 September
Malaysia Pharma and Healthcare Expo
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
www.mphcexpo.com


11-13 September
Bio Asia Pacific
BITEC, Bangkok
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24-26 September
Medtec China
Shanghai, China
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9-11 October
Medical Japan Tokyo
Makuhari Messe, Japan
www.medical-jpn.jp


17-19 October
Health Asia
BITEC, Bangkok
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17-19 October
Health Asia
BITEC, Bangkok
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7-8 November
Eldercare Exhibition and Conference Asia (ELDEX Asia)
Suntex Singapore Exhibition and Convention Centre
www.eldexasia.com


10-12 November
Saudi International Pharma Expo
Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center
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Saudi International MedLab Expo
Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center
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27-29 November
International Wellness Expo (IWE 2025)
METIC, Malaysia
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9-12 Febuary
Arab Health
Dubai World Trade Centre
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15-17 April
Lab Indonesia
Jakarta Convention Center, Jakarta, Indonesia
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9-11 September
Medical Fair Asia
Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
www.medicalfair-asia.com


9-11 September
Medical Manufacturing Asia
Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
www.medmanufacturing-asia.com