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Cancer-causing chemicals found in two Southeast Asian noodle brands
According to Taipei’s Department of Health, which recently announced the results of the city 2023 examination of instant noodles accessible in Taipei, two varieties of instant noodles made by Southeast Asian brands were discovered to have a cancer-inducing chemical. The […]
Anti-inflammatory gene may be key in kidney disease treatment
Researchers from the University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney), the Garvan Institute of Medical Research, and Westmead Hospital discovered that common genetic variants of Tumor necrosis factor, alpha-induced protein 3 (TNFAIP3), which regulates inflammation in the body, can protect […]
5 Simple solutions to your baby’s teething problems
Parents of newborns are overjoyed to see their child’s first smile, hear their child’s first words, and feel their child’s first touch. However, seeing these milestones can present their own minor challenges, such as the teething process, in which babies […]
Philippines strategizes to overcome the HIV/AIDS crisis
HIV cases are increasing, but youths are becoming less aware of the virus According to the Department of Health (DOH), the Philippines has the fastest growing HIV epidemic in the Asia-Pacific region, accounting for a 23% increase in annual new […]
First digital imaging microscope developed for medical use in Japan
Physical fatigue (due to long periods of observation or a shortage of pathologists) is still a problem at clinical sites where pathological examinations are performed. Furthermore, many cases of pathological observation are difficult to determine, and physicians seek advice from […]
Covid-19: are we out of the woods yet? (Q&A with Dr Balachandran)
In light of the Covid19: Quickly Test & Treat / Cepat Uji & Rawat campaign organised by the Malaysian Society of Infection Control and Infectious Diseases (MyICID) in collaboration with the Malaysian Family Medicine Specialists’ Association (FMSA) and the Malaysian […]
Depression in children? Yes it exists
By Mohani Niza When social work student Adrianna (last name withheld), now 25, was a teenager, she attempted suicide. After the attempt, in order to get better, Adrianna sought help from her school counsellor who wanted her to see a […]
Studies focus on “antidepressant” foods
While depression is common, this serious medical illness must be addressed and treated as soon as possible. The person suffering from this condition may have a lower quality of life. According to the World Health Organization, depression affects all demographic […]
12 simple steps to a healthy lifestyle
Now that the world has returned to normalcy following the pandemic, everyone is back to their daily routines and encounters with stress. Some people may prioritize living a healthy lifestyle over others. A healthy lifestyle is built on a well-balanced […]
Rising food costs, fewer servings of healthy diet in Asia
Globally, food prices are rising. In Asia, where many countries’ economies are primarily agricultural, food costs are also becoming a burden to achieve healthy diets. The majority of nations in the world are experiencing inflation, and Asian nations that are […]
