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5 key hospital etiquettes to be mindful of when visiting a sick patient
By Mohani Niza In moments of illness, the presence of loved ones can comfort and support. However, it’s important for visitors to pay attention to certain hospital etiquettes to ensure the comfort and well-being of the patient. Understanding and practising […]
New AI Partnership to Transform Pathology in India
Singapore-headquartered Qritive, a leading provider of AI solutions for pathology labs worldwide, has partnered with three diagnostic centers and hospitals in India: Metropolis Healthcare, a leading diagnostics company in India; Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute (RGCI), a non-profit medical facility and […]
Healthful Traditions and Modern Challenges in Asian Diets
The Chinese New Year celebration is made more exciting with an array of festive foods on the table that imbue bounty and good health. However, in many parts of the world, food insecurity has become prevalent, making the largesse of […]
Beat the Winter Blues with Indoor Greenery
In winter months incorporating indoor plants into your home can enhance its beauty and alleviate the winter blues. Professor Charlie Hall from Texas A&M Department of Horticultural Sciences emphasizes the health benefits of plants, advocating that they are essential for […]
Merck Unveils First Digital Hub in Singapore
Merck, , a leading science and technology company has inaugurated its first Digital Hub in Singapore in collaboration with the Singapore Economic Development Board, a government agency under the Ministry of Trade and Industry. The hub focuses on advancing global innovation and […]
When Exercise Becomes a Risk to the Heart
Heart in trouble with exercise overload Losing weight is commonly the agenda in everyone’s new year’s resolutions list. One of the most effective and practical ways of gaining one’s ideal weight and fit is adopting a healthier and more active […]
AbbVie expands biologics manufacturing in Singapore with US$223 mn investment
AbbVie, a US pharmaceutical company, is investing $223 million in expanding its manufacturing facility in Singapore’s Tuas Biomedical Park. This expansion is expected to create over 100 jobs and increase biologics manufacturing capacity by 24,000 liters. The Singapore plant, serving […]
Alpro Group, Panasonic collaborate to elevate indoor air quality
Alpro Group, the holding company of Malaysia’s largest prescription pharmacy chain, Alpro Pharmacy, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Panasonic Malaysia. The strategic partnership aims to improve air quality across all Alpro outlets and its headquarters using […]
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 […]
Indonesia’s Hospital Ship Sets Sail for Gaza with Vital Aid
Indonesia has deployed the hospital aid vessel KRI Dr. Radjiman Wedyodiningrat 992, carrying 200 tons of vital humanitarian supplies destined for Gaza. The vessel, focused on aid delivery, won’t function as a floating hospital. The ship will dock at Al-Arish […]