With sustained support and strong advocacy, patients can rise above stigma associated with chronic disease, and even reclaim their lives 

US tariffs threaten Asia’s pharma exports, but regional innovation and collaboration could offer sustainable growth alternatives.

Longer life expectancy in Southeast Asia drives the need for seniors to have better quality of life, vitality and independence throughout their final years.

There is a widening gap between organ demand and availability in Malaysia, while the struggle to reduce reliance on dialysis for end-stage r

Despite advancements in cancer treatment, survival rates in Southeast Asia remain lower than in high-income countries (HICs)

Are our cities making us fat? The curse of the modern obesogenic environment in Southeast Asia

The HIV/AIDS pandemic exposed global health inequalities and inspired transformative strategies that continue to shape healthcare access

Public-private partnerships (PPPs) may be the answer to boosting healthcare infrastructure and medical training to cope with the rising dema

Fatty liver disease in Southeast Asia

Despite diagnostic challenges, the prognosis for brain tumour patients has improved significantly in the last decade, owing to emerging ther

Poor medication adherence is a critical issue among hypertension patients and must be addressed to prevent more disastrous consequences.

The rising prevalence of chronic kidney disease signals an urgent need for immediate intervention.

Singapore leads the way for ASEAN in healthier ageing, with its move towards preventive healthcare

Anti-vaccine misinformation, the viral threat confounding medical science Vaccines and vaccination programmes have been one of the most...

On World Kidney Day, we examine the diseases that impair the function of the kidneys such as chronic kidney disease (CKD) and kidney...

A look at factors enabling the unprecedented rapid development and subsequent rollout of COVID-19 vaccines, and lessons on improving...

A minimum standard of care is expected to be implemented around the globe for myopia, a condition which is projected to affect more than 50%

COVID-19 social-distancing and travel restrictions have begun to ease or lift in some countries, but the scientific and medical...

Examining Thailand's current healthcare infrastructure, and attempts at tackling rise of non-communicable diseases among Thais.

The difference between life expectancy and healthy life expectancy, and why it is important to reduce the burden of cardiovascular...