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Sri Lanka spends over US$10 mn every year on snakebites
Considered a major public health issue in many rural communities all over the world, snakebites often affect the victims’ ability to work and require medical care. In Sri Lanka, the government spends more than US$10 million annually, leading to economic […]
First sickle cell drug treatment in over 20 years gets US FDA approval
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new drug treatment that reduces complications associated with the sickle cell disease, making it the first drug approved for the disorder in over two decades. The drug, called Endari, consists […]
WHO warns against untreatable superbug gonorrhea
The World Health Organization has warned against the impending spread of the totally untreatable “superbug” strains of gonorrhea. The agency said there are at least three people worldwide infected with the untreatable superbug which could be spread through sex. Giving […]
Medical technology companies turning to robots for complex knee surgeries
Leading global medical technology companies are turning to the use of robotic systems to aid doctors in complex knee surgeries, offering quicker procedures and better results in operations that often leave patients dissatisfied. Demand for artificial replacement joints is growing […]
Personalized cancer vaccines show positive results in early trials
A new class of personalized cancer vaccines has showed positive results, keeping the disease in check, in two early-stage clinical trials. Scientists believe this could lead to new way to help the immune system fight back against the disease. Although […]
Bhutan has highest users of tobacco and marijuana in Southeast Asia
Bhutan has 24.6% smokers in South East Asia, making it the highest in the region, according to a report in mental health status of adolescents in Southeast Asia. Tobacco use remains high among 13 to 17 year-old individuals, constituting to […]
Stigma prevents psychedelics from helping mental health care in Asia
Some psychedelics can help treat certain mental health conditions, according to research, however, stigma is a hindrance for drugs that will help mental health care in Asia. The social stigma around illegal drugs is simply too strong for even researchers […]
DYNAMO fights against diabetic kidney disease
Uncontrolled diabetes can lead to serious health problems such as heart disease, vision difficulty, kidney disease and nerve damage. Singapore’s Ministry of Health conducted a “War on Diabetes” campaign in April 2016, in order to fight the diabetes epidemic. The […]
Aseptic packaging industry to be highlight of Medtec China 2017
Medtec China 2017 will be highlighting the rapid developments and innovations in the aseptic packaging industry as DuPont China and other world-leading medical packaging and sterilization suppliers gather to showcase in the event. As China’s leading exhibition, Medtec China focuses […]
England’s Sally Davies wants DNA tests to be routine for cancer patients
England’s Chief Medical Officer, Professor Dame Sally Davies, said DNA tests should be routinely offered to cancer patients to help select the best treatments for them. Dame Sally says in her annual report that the National Health Service (NHS) must […]
