US researchers single out plant molecule used by Native Americans to treat pain and diarrhea
Researchers from the University of California-Irvine (UCI) have rediscovered functional uses of plant extracts collected in Muir Woods National Monument […]
Research
Smoking and alcohol intake associated with age-related macular degeneration
A new study by researchers from University College London has shown both smoking and alcohol intake are associated with age-related macular degeneration (AMD). […]
Paralysed mice walk again after injection with “dancing molecules”
Researchers at Northwestern University have found a breakthrough way to reverse paralysis resulting from spinal cord injuries after treatment with […]
Scientists use gold to weaken defenses of antibiotic-resistant bacteria
Bacteria resistant to standard antibiotic treatments can be killed by drugs specially formulated with gold packaging, according to an international […]
Depression tied to sustained sedentarism during pandemic, say researchers
People who maintain a sedentary lifestyle are more likely to have symptoms of depression, compared to those who engaged in a more dynamic lifestyle […]
Wellness and Complementary Therapies
Beyond simple “brain tingles”: ASMR videos have health benefits
These are just some of the various sounds produced by ASMR videos that have had millions of people all over the world hooked to their gadgets. ASMR stands for Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response, and refers to what has been described as “brain tingles” or “brain orgasms” […]
Diet supplemented with herbs and spices found to lower blood pressure
New research has found that adding herbs and spices to meals – instead of salt – not only makes food tastier but lowers blood pressure and significantly improves heart health as well […]
Restore smiles and confidence with Straumann dental implants
Aesthetic and orthodontic solutions provider Straumann Group (Straumann) is now fully operational in Malaysia, providing modern digital solutions for optimal treatment outcomes […]
Maintain good vascular health to avoid varicose veins
Vascular health is given comparatively less focus then other health specialties due to lack of public education and awareness. The vascular system is responsible for the […]
New survey finds health priorities changing in Asia Pacific
A new survey examining the awareness and usage of nutritional supplements in the Asia Pacific region revealed that four out of five consumers in believe their health is a […]
Community health
Malaysian private hospital achieves international recognition for stroke care practices
A stroke occurs due to interrupted or reduced blood supply to part(s) of the brain. This prevents brain tissue from getting oxygen and nutrients and kills the affected brain cells in just minutes […]
MALAYSIA: Special survival stories for breast cancer awareness month
Breast cancer support group The Candy Girls is collaborating with medical institution University Malaya Medical Center (UMMC), Central Malaysia, and medical face mask manufacturer MEDICOS […]
Singapore’s SCG, HSA to develop novel treatment for Hepatitis B-related cancer
Biotechnology company SCG Cell Therapy Pte Ltd (SCG) is to collaborate with the Cell Therapy Facility of Singapore Health Sciences Authority (HSA-CTF) for the evaluation and validation of SCG’s […]
Novo Nordisk Malaysia organises diabetes awareness media forum
Efforts will be made to combat non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, agreed healthcare professionals at a media forum organised by the Malaysian chapter of global […]
Japanese government to give COVID-19 vaccine boosters six months after second dose
Japan’s Health Ministry plans to administer booster shots of COVID-19 vaccines six months after an individual has received the second dose. Only messenger RNA vaccines developed by Pfizer Inc […]
Other health News
Malaysian startup introduces sustainable, modular silicone face masks
Disposable protective equipment – including face masks – while useful, is estimated to cause massive pollution to the environment. The trace chemicals contained is said to not only affect water and air quality and wildlife health but are also small enough to enter our lungs and […]
Certain personality traits linked to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
Two distinct personality traits predict the accumulation of pathology associated with dementia, say researchers from the Florida State University (FSU) College of Medicine, US: neuroticism, which measures a predisposition for negative emotions; and conscientiousness, which measures the tendency […]
New, rare nanomaterial fabric effective against COVID-19 and other threats
Researchers have developed a type of material that can protect its wearer from various biological and chemical threats, including the novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2. Developed by a team from Northwestern University in Illinois, US, the rare nanomaterial i.e., metal-organic framework (MOF)/fibre composite that can deactivate all […]
Asian hospitals to protect from cyber infection as threat of ransomware rises
Disposable protective equipment – including face masks – while useful, is estimated to cause massive pollution to the environment. The trace chemicals contained is said to not only affect water and air quality and wildlife health but are also small enough to enter our lungs and […]
Intensive motor rehabilitation best given two months after stroke onset, study finds
New research has found that the optimal period for intensive rehabilitation of the upper limb(s) should begin 60 to 90 days after a stroke, as this is the period when adults are most responsive to rehabilitation and are more likely to restore function in the affected limb. The research conducted by US-based […]
Gut microbiome signatures associated with common mental health disorders
A recent meta-analysis by scientists at King’s College London (King’s) has found a compelling link between certain mental health disorders and gut microbiome abnormalities: in particular, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and anxiety, all present with altered gut microbiome including higher amounts of pro-inflammatory […]
