Category: Community
DOH ramps up medical aid in evacuation centers after typhoon Nando
In the Philippines, typhoon season has begun. The recent Typhoon Nando (international name: Ragasa) affected several areas even after exiting the Philippine Area of Responsibility. In response, the Department of Health (DOH)- Central Luzon Center for Health Development launched immediate […]
WHO: US$3 per person investment could save millions of lives
The World Health Organization (WHO) infers that a modest investment of just US$3 per person annually in preventing and treating noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) could yield more than US$1 trillion in economic benefits by 2030. The finding comes in a new […]
U.S. announces US$250 million health support for the Philippines
According to a press statement by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the Trump Administration, working with Congress, plans to allocate US$250 million in new assistance to the Philippines to address acute public health challenges. “Through this assistance, both governments […]
Japan faces alarming shortage of cancer surgeons by 2040 – report
Japan is heading toward a severe shortfall in gastrointestinal surgeons, raising concerns over the future of cancer care as the country’s population ages. A report by the Japanese Society of Gastroenterological Surgery, presented to the health ministry, projects that the […]
Indonesia dispatched humanitarian aid and new medical team to Gaza
Indonesia has dispatched its fourth medical task force to Gaza to provide uninterrupted care for victims of the ongoing Israeli assault. The 25-member team, composed of surgeons, nurses, internists, pharmacists, and specialists in anesthesiology, orthopedics, radiology, and rehabilitation, departed on […]
HKUST boosts healthcare access from Sri Lanka to campus with innovation initiatives
Students from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) have introduced practical healthcare innovations to underserved communities in Sri Lanka through the Student Innovation for Global Health Technology (SIGHT) program. Launched in 2014, SIGHT promotes interdisciplinary solutions to […]
Largest-ever study of Indian Genomes reveals 50,000 years of generic history, disease risk
A new genomic study has provided the most detailed analysis yet of India’s genetic diversity, revealing complex ancestry patterns and previously unknown links to disease. The study analyzed the complete genomes of 2,762 individuals from across India, representing a wide […]
Japan sees rise in work-related mental illness, with power harassment as a leading cause
Japan has seen a record surge in work-related mental health cases, with 1,055 incidents officially recognized in fiscal 2024—an increase of 172 from the previous year and the first time the figure has crossed the 1,000 mark, according to data […]
Healthcare at the crosshairs of crisis in war zones
We have heard the news: Missile attacks in the ongoing Middle East conflict involving Iran and Israel continue to damage major hospitals, disrupting access to essential medical services. The destruction of hospitals and care facilities forces thousands of people out […]
Thailand reviews cannabis law; boosts NCD fight
Rethinking weed policy amid rising health concerns Three years after decriminalizing cannabis, Thailand is reviewing its policy as experts warn of rising youth use, health complications, and lax regulation. At a recent forum, health and legal experts reported that cannabis […]
