Tag: health
Needle-free capsule could enhance oral drug delivery
MIT and Novo Nordisk researchers have developed an ingestible capsule that can deliver drugs directly into the walls of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, offering a needle-free alternative to injections. Inspired by squids’ jet propulsion, the capsule uses compressed gas or […]
Knee pain: When to worry and what comes next
By Dr Abdul Razak Hussin, Consultant Orthopaedic and Sports Surgeon, Ara Damansara Medical Centre (ADMC) Who is at risk? Knee injuries can affect anyone, not just athletes. Whether you run, play sports on weekends, or hike, a sudden twist or […]
Minding the gaps in mental health care
By Robert C. Smith, MD, MACP, University Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Medicine and Psychiatry, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine; Author Why U.S. mental health care remains broken (and how people can demand change) The public does not understand […]
11% decline in influenza cases in 2024
The number of influenza cases in Malaysia declined by 11% in 2024, with 30,403 cases recorded compared to 34,173 in 2023. Health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad said influenza-related deaths also saw a significant 68% decline from 54 in 2023 to 17 […]
The Burden of Time Poverty on Women’s Health in Asia
Accessing healthcare should be a basic right, yet for millions of women in Asia, it remains an uphill battle due to economic, social, and cultural barriers. From time poverty to economic insecurity, geographical isolation to cultural stigma, these obstacles make […]
MMC: Fewer new doctors registered
Provisional registrations of graduate medical practitioners across the country have declined by almost 40% since 2017, a Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) report revealed. The MMC annual report for 2022 showed that the registrations decreased from 6,147 in 2017 to 5,218 […]
Scientific proof mandatory for medical cannabis approval
Any party with sufficient scientific evidence supporting the medical use of cannabis-based products is welcome to submit a registration application to the Drug Control Authority for approval. In a written parliamentary reply, Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said […]
Health Ministry demands more than 43,000 nurses for new hospital projects
With more hospital projects planned, the Health Ministry needs over 43,000 nurses to serve the government. “Based on our projection for this year, we need 43,243 nurses to help with the healthcare delivery system,” said Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman […]
Philippine DOH reports dengue cases slowing but urges continued vigilance
The Department of Health (DOH) has observed a slight decline in dengue cases nationwide over the past four weeks, following intensified public awareness and mosquito control efforts. Cases fell from 15,904 (January 5–18) to 15,134 (January 19–February 15), a 5% […]
Cambodia cracks down on unregistered sexual enhancement products
The Cambodian Ministry of Health has taken action against two Phnom Penh-based businesses for advertising and selling unregistered sexual enhancement products online. The ministry warned that these substances pose serious heart health risks and could be life-threatening. In a February […]
