Tag: health
Healthcare at the crosshairs of crisis in war zones
We have heard the news: Missile attacks in the ongoing Middle East conflict involving Iran and Israel continue to damage major hospitals, disrupting access to essential medical services. The destruction of hospitals and care facilities forces thousands of people out […]
Covid-19 vaccines still available nationwide, says Health Ministry
The Covid-19 vaccinations remain readily available across Malaysia, with 202 active vaccination centres nationwide and a remaining stockpile of 183,784 doses, according to the Health Ministry. Between Feb 17 and May 18 this year, a total of 8,246 individuals were […]
Thailand reviews cannabis law; boosts NCD fight
Rethinking weed policy amid rising health concerns Three years after decriminalizing cannabis, Thailand is reviewing its policy as experts warn of rising youth use, health complications, and lax regulation. At a recent forum, health and legal experts reported that cannabis […]
PH Health Department offers free mental health meds; monitors HIV cases in Caraga
The Philippines’ Department of Health (DOH) announced on June 12 that patients in Metro Manila can now access free medications for mental health conditions at select hospitals and health centers. The initiative, unveiled during the country’s 127th Independence Day, allows […]
Losing Asia’s young generation: A quiet crisis in the making
Vietnam ends 2-child policy It’s over. Vietnam abolished its long-running two-child policy in June 2025 after decades of strict enforcement, especially among Communist Party members. Originally introduced to curb rapid population growth, the policy succeeded in bringing fertility rates down […]
Cataract Carnival delivers community-driven eye care to Malaysians
In a joint initiative by the Tun Hussein Onn National Eye Hospital and Malaysia’s Ministry of Health, the country’s first Cataract Carnival provided free cataract surgeries to 60 B40 Malaysians over two days. The program aimed to reduce preventable blindness, […]
Top causes of death and disability hound ASEAN’s public health crisis – study
Mental illness, cardiovascular disease, tobacco use, and injuries are now among the leading causes of death and disability in Southeast Asia, according to newly released research from the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) and the National University of […]
WHO adopts Malaysia’s resolution on lung health – Minister
A landmark resolution on lung health by Malaysia has been officially adopted by the World Health Organisation (WHO) in conjunction with the 78th World Health Assembly (WHA78) in Geneva, Switzerland. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the adoption […]
DPAM launches anti-dengue campaign; offers 4 simple life-saving actions
Achieving zero preventable dengue deaths is no longer an idealistic goal but a realistic one. By taking four simple actions — eliminating mosquito breeding sites, avoiding mosquito bites, getting vaccinated, and seeking early treatment at the first signs of illness […]
Global health leaders call for urgent reform in women’s health research
A new report from global consultancy Kearney and the World Economic Forum’s Global Alliance for Women’s Health—supported by the Gates Foundation—calls for sweeping policy changes to address the chronic underinvestment in women’s health. Despite representing half of the world’s population, […]
