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Thailand mulls reversal of cannabis decriminalization, sees tighter regulations
Thailand’s recent government proposal seeks to reinstate a ban on recreational cannabis, marking a stark reversal from its decision to decriminalize the plant just 18 months ago. The conservative coalition government, which assumed power last year, is determined to tighten […]
Indonesia’s Hospital Ship Sets Sail for Gaza with Vital Aid
Indonesia has deployed the hospital aid vessel KRI Dr. Radjiman Wedyodiningrat 992, carrying 200 tons of vital humanitarian supplies destined for Gaza. The vessel, focused on aid delivery, won’t function as a floating hospital. The ship will dock at Al-Arish […]
The health benefits of taking care of plants
By Mohani Niza Caring for a plant has emerged as a powerful solution to the stresses of modern life. A growing body of scientific evidence shows the various health benefits associated with nurturing plants, including reducing stress and improving air […]
Singapore Advances Healthcare, Tackles Issues with Technology and AI
Asia’s healthcare hub focuses on medical technologies Singapore, Asia’s gateway for technology-driven healthcare, has ranked 12th in the 2021 World Index of Healthcare Innovation, providing evidence of its commitment to delivering effective universal healthcare coverage. The nation also surpasses its […]
Shanghai Researchers Announce Groundbreaking Treatment for HER2-Positive Breast Cancer Brain Metastases
Researchers from Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center have unveiled a new treatment method that significantly improves outcomes for HER2-positive breast cancer patients suffering from brain metastases. The innovative approach involves local radiotherapy combined with Pyrotinib tablets, a small molecule drug […]
Weathering the Storm: How Malaysians can Stay Safe during the Monsoon Season
By Dr Lim Eu Jack, Consultant Emergency Physician at Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City (SMC) and Dr Mohd Khalis Abdul Rahim, Consultant Emergency Medicine Specialist at Sunway Medical Centre (SMC) According to MET Malaysia1 the monsoon season will continue until […]
Improved Air Quality Aids Patient Recovery and Satisfaction
By Malou Toft, Vice President Asia Pacific, Milestone Systems Amidst ongoing health challenges like the recurring waves of COVID-19 and the return of transboundary haze in Southeast Asia, maintaining high Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) in hospitals is more crucial than […]
From Pandemic Response to Corruption: A Glimpse at the Việt Á’s Controversy
Piecing the puzzle of misconduct As the story of the Viet A scandal continues to unfold, the latest development reveals that former Việt Á Company Deputy Director Vũ Đình Hiệp admitted guilt in Hà Nội’s People Court, confessing to bribing […]
HKUMed identifies this human enzyme as a potential therapeutic target for acute leukemia
A research team, led by Professor Anskar Leung Yu-hung from the Department of Medicine at the School of Clinical Medicine, LKS Faculty of Medicine, University of Hong Kong (HKUMed), has pinpointed polo-like kinase 4 (PLK4) as a promising therapeutic target […]
Health Crisis Looms amid Push for Fossil Fuel Phase-Out to Save Millions
The call to action at COP28 in Dubai emphasised the need to prioritize public health in the fight against climate change by reducing fossil fuel use. Over 120 nations committed to enhancing climate finance for health-related issues, yet surprisingly, the […]