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Saving Forests Saves Human Lives
The Orang Sungai, or River People, are not the only ones directly impacted by decades-long reforestation along Sabah's Kinabatangan...


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


How Pharma Companies can Successfully Launch New Products
Although clinical differentiation is vital, there are also other metrics which have proven to consistently improve a new drug’s...


Atopic Dermatitis in Asia - the Plan, Problems and Path Forward
Why better systems, education and access matter as much as new drugs in atopic dermatitis care.
Jan 126 min read


Why it Matters Who Gets GLP-1 Based Receptor Agonists in Southeast Asia
Uneven access to GLP-1 agonists risk widening existing health gaps unless a balance is struck between affordability, clinical need and responsible prescribing.
Dec 9, 20256 min read


End of Life Care in Asia
Societal attitudes towards end-of-life care must evolve in tandem with ageing populations and chronic illnesses.
Oct 30, 20256 min read


What Trump’s Tariffs on Pharmaceuticals Would Mean for Asia
US tariffs threaten Asia’s pharma exports, but regional innovation and collaboration could offer sustainable growth alternatives.
Apr 22, 20259 min read


World Psoriasis Day - Supporting Psoriasis Patients
Strong family support can help psoriasis patients manage their disease through better adherence to treatments while improving mental health.
Oct 28, 20246 min read


Hypertension in Asia Requires a Regional Management Approach
The differences in clinical characteristics of hypertension in Asia, demands region-specific research and management approaches.
Oct 2, 20245 min read


Fatty Liver Disease: A Growing Health Crisis in Southeast Asia
Fatty liver disease in Southeast Asia
Aug 26, 20247 min read


Evolution of Healthcare Communications in Southeast Asia
The democratization of healthcare information has impacted the way healthcare communicators inform and educate consumers in the region.
Jul 31, 20246 min read


Explaining Brain Tumours - From Diagnosis to Treatments
Despite diagnostic challenges, the prognosis for brain tumour patients has improved significantly in the last decade, owing to emerging ther
Jun 27, 20247 min read


Why Asian Hypertension Patients Don't Take Their Medication
Poor medication adherence is a critical issue among hypertension patients and must be addressed to prevent more disastrous consequences.
Jun 7, 20247 min read


Hidden in Plain Sight: the Chronic Kidney Disease Pandemic
The rising prevalence of chronic kidney disease signals an urgent need for immediate intervention.
Mar 28, 20247 min read


Managing Rare Diseases from Ground Up in Asia
Improving awareness and treatment of rare diseases requires concerted effort from all stakeholders, particularly patient advocacy groups, to
Feb 29, 20248 min read


Meeting the Demand for Medical & Healthcare Communications
It's a good time to be in medical and healthcare communications In recent years we have seen unprecedented advances in medicines for all...
Sep 14, 20234 min read


Bedside Manners in Aesthetic Practice
Effective communication is a crucial aspect of any clinical practice, especially one specialising in aesthetic medicine. While effective...
Aug 24, 20235 min read


Should Nurses Deliver Aesthetic Treatments in Asia?
Qualified nurses in Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom (UK) are permitted to perform minimally-invasive treatments on patients,...
May 29, 20237 min read


What the Boom in Aesthetic Medicine Means for Young Doctors
The aesthetic medicine market in Asia-Pacific is poised for accelerated growth in the coming decade, so how can young physicians thrive...
Nov 23, 20224 min read


It Takes a Village - The Future of Youth Mental Health
Experts say it takes a village to normalise conversation on mental health issues and improve youths' access to mental health support....
Sep 7, 20226 min read


Is it Business as Usual for Post-Pandemic MICE?
How the adoption of digital technology and inflation is expected to shape and affect the MICE industry as travel restrictions ease up. As...
Aug 23, 20225 min read


Writing a White Paper - Case Study on Global Vaccine Equity
Producing a white paper pertaining to an issue such as global vaccine equity can be as complex a process as the issue itself....
Aug 15, 20225 min read


The Myopia Epidemic - What it Means for Asia
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%
May 18, 20227 min read
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