Category: Health alert
Silent kidney risks women should know about
Spokesperson: Dr Rosnawati Binti Yahya, Consultant Nephrologist and Kidney Transplantation Physician, Sunway Medical Centre (SMC) Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is often described as a “quiet disease”, one that progresses silently until damage is advanced. The worldwide prevalence of CKD shows […]
Bangladesh reports confirmed Nipah Virus case – WHO
Bangladesh has reported a confirmed case of Nipah virus infection in the Rajshahi Division, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The International Health Regulations National Focal Point for Bangladesh notified WHO of the case on 3 February 2026. The […]
Nipah Virus triggers health alerts in Asia
Kerala cases highlight localized risk Recent Nipah virus (NiV) cases in India have once again put the disease in the public eye, despite outbreaks remaining largely localized. The latest report from the Indian government confirmed two NiV cases since December […]
Asia sees spike in respiratory, flu-like illnesses as cold season persists
Not quite the festive news for Asia, where countries are reporting rising cases of super flu. Health authorities have noted an increase in respiratory and seasonal flu cases across the region and are urging the public—especially vulnerable groups such as […]
EU gives more teeth to mercury dental filling regulation with global ban
The United Nations has adopted a global ban on the manufacture and trade of mercury-added dental amalgam, with the rules set to take effect on 1 January 2035. The decision was announced on 7 November at the sixth Conference of […]
Flu on the rise: How Asia is managing a widespread seasonal threat
Flu rages across Asia, schools suspend classes In Asia, reports of influenza cases are rising. For countries like the Philippines, it is the downside of the incoming holiday season when the weather turns cooler, while for others like Thailand, the […]
From reel to real: A K-drama star’s health battle spotlights disease awareness
For fans of Korean dramas (K-dramas), the protagonists — their favorite actors or “biases” — often seem to embody our fantasies of a perfect world, where a perfect relationship leads to a perfect life. But what if these K-drama heroes […]
Tattoo: biases, health risks run skin deep
From cultural relevance to breaking the stigma In many countries, tattoos are seen as fashion statements and personal expression, especially among the youth. While reflecting social trends that value individuality, they also carry cultural weight, marking honor, rites of passage, […]
Global mental health crisis looms as over 1 billion live with disorders – WHO
More than 1 billion people worldwide are living with mental health disorders, according to new data from the World Health Organization (WHO), which warns that anxiety, depression, and related conditions are exacting an immense human and economic toll. The findings, published […]
TB top cause of death among people with HIV – DOH
The Philippines’ Department of Health (DOH) recently reported that one in five deaths among people living with human immunodeficiency virus (PLHIV) is caused by tuberculosis (TB). The agency said TB remains the leading cause of death among PLHIV but stressed […]
