Category: Community
Roche & MUIS Team Up to Support B40 and M40 Breast Cancer Patients in Sabah Through PERKIPS
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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
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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’
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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 […]
UK Medical Mission Advances Craniofacial Trauma Care in Vietnam
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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
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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
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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. […]
STOP Back Pain: World Spine Day’s Call to Action
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Many people frequently experience stiffness and body aches, but if you find yourself facing these issues often, it may be advisable to seek professional assistance to address your poor posture. Common situations in daily life, such as an improperly set […]
SJMC Advocates for Early Cancer Detection with 3D Mammogram Sponsorship
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In conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October and the hospital’s 38th anniversary this year, Subang Jaya Medical Centre (SJMC), the flagship hospital of Ramsay Sime Darby Health Care, a joint venture between Ramsay Health Care, Australia and Sime […]
WHO Supports Lao PDR’s Healthcare with Oxygen Plants in Provincial Hospitals
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The Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) recently inaugurated its second provincial medical oxygen plant at Savannakhet Provincial Hospital. This pivotal development was made possible through the support of the World Health Organization (WHO), marking the first time that the […]
Malaysia’s ecosystem approach to tackle respiratory syncytial virus
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In Malaysia, RSV is one of the most prevalent respiratory viruses, primarily infecting children under three years old. To raise awareness of this relatively unknown respiratory infection, healthcare experts recently convened at a media roundtable titled ‘Taking a Closer Look […]