Health and well-being

Over 3 million South Koreans opt out of life-sustaining treatment

Debate over the scope of so-called dignified death remains active in South Korea.

Malaysian PM Anwar given clean bill of health after routine check-up

Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has been given a clean bill of health after undergoing a routine health check-up at a hospital in Selangor.

South Korea reports first African swine fever case in 2 months

Authorities said 29 of 32 pigs that died at the facility on Jan 16 tested positive for the virus.

Dubai chewy cookie craze in South Korea raises health concerns, experts warn

While the rich, chewy cookie has become a viral indulgence, the dessert is a highly concentrated combination of simple sugars and saturated fats.

Poor nutrition during pregnancy causing ‘brain stunting’ in Filipino children: Health Secretary

Philippines' Department of Health will implement a programme in which some pregnant women will be given a glass of milk a day.

Afghan mothers seek hospital help for malnourished children

WFP is seeking $502 million to feed six million Afghans over the next six months.

Swiss hospital growing new skin for Crans-Montana’s fire victims

A biomedical analyst works at the cell production centre of the Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV) in Epalinges, Switzerland.

WHO says low taxes are making sugary drinks, alcohol more affordable

The WHO has called for higher taxes on alcohol and sugar-sweetened drinks multiple times in recent years.

Know your vitamins D, E and K: Vitamin D lack in sunny S’pore, vitamin K shots for babies

Vitamin D is produced by the skin when exposed to sunlight.

8 ways to take care of your mental health in 2026

Studies have found that being outdoors boosts people’s attention, creativity and mood.

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