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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 […]
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 […]
Cancer in Malaysia: Nurturing Awareness, Conquering Late-Stage Challenges
Malaysia faces a challenging struggle against a surge in cancer cases, significantly impacting the country’s health landscape. As reported by the Ministry of Health (MOH), the likelihood of receiving a cancer diagnosis stands at 1 in 10 for men and […]
Roche & MUIS Team Up to Support B40 and M40 Breast Cancer Patients in Sabah Through PERKIPS
The pilot program aims to fund HER-2 positive breast cancer to provide equitable and timely access to innovative Standard-of-Care neoadjuvant therapy. Roche (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd has unveiled a distinctive initiative designed to ease the financial burden of treatment for breast […]
Vietnam: Patients purchasing their own medication for reimbursement under health insurance
To address the persistent issue of medication and medical supply shortages at healthcare facilities, the Ministry of Health of Vietnam has proposed a solution that would enable health insurance patients to claim reimbursement for self-purchased supplies. This initiative comes as […]
Japan’s Latest Health Mandates Promote Fitness Across All Ages; Launches ‘Health Japan 21’
In a bid to overhaul and update the recommended fitness criteria, Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare have unveiled their long-awaited draft guidelines for physical activity after a decade-long hiatus. The latest recommendations aim to redefine the exercise regimes […]
Empowering Health Decisions: Innovative Genetic Testing for Disease Prevention & Treatment
As the age-old adage goes, “Prevention is better than cure”. But the question is, how can we truly protect ourselves from diseases? Well, it all lies in our DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid), which serves as the genetic blueprint for our bodies, […]
UK Medical Mission Advances Craniofacial Trauma Care in Vietnam
A team of British medical professionals, led by surgeon Prof Mike Perry, is embarking on a craniofacial trauma surgery mission to Vietnam from November 16-30. According to a report, the initiative is part of an annual education exchange program funded […]
Philippines breaks ground on Super Health Centers to enhance healthcare access
In a significant development, Bacoor City in Cavite, Philippines, recently celebrated the groundbreaking of its Super Health Center (SHC). This innovative healthcare facility, launched on 14th October, is poised to address the burgeoning healthcare needs of the city and elevate […]
Mobile Health Teams Tackle Mental Health Crisis in Remote Afghanistan
Afghanistan’s northernmost province, known for its harsh winters and isolation, is facing a mental health crisis, particularly among women, according to a report by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the principal UN agency working in the field of migration. […]