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Medicine

My patient was dying, but would his wife accept it?

People healthcare professionals describe as 'difficult' are often struggling to do the best for their loved one, says the writer..
People healthcare professionals describe as 'difficult' are often struggling to do the best for their loved one, says the writer..

Japan begins over-the-counter ‘morning-after pill’ sales to all ages

The morning-after pill will only be available at facilities that have met certain requirements.
The morning-after pill will only be available at facilities that have met certain requirements.

Thai FDA warns about unapproved herbal inhaler registration misuse

The FDA urged the public to be cautious when buying or using the inhalers.
The FDA urged the public to be cautious when buying or using the inhalers.

Social media fuels surge in British men seeking testosterone jabs

Some link the testosterone replacement therapy craze to the “manosphere” culture, with its fixation on bulging muscles and longevity.
Some link the testosterone replacement therapy craze to the “manosphere” culture, with its fixation on bulging muscles and longevity.

Singapore to recognise medical degrees from 8 more overseas schools from Feb 1

With this addition, the total number of recognised overseas medical schools will rise from 112 to 120.
With this addition, the total number of recognised overseas medical schools will rise from 112 to 120.

Pakistan battles legions of fake doctors

Mr Abdul Waheed (left) trying to diagnose a minor in his unlicensed clinic on the outskirts of Hyderabad city in Sindh province on Jan 8. Clinics like his are often the first point of care for poor communities.
Mr Abdul Waheed (left) trying to diagnose a minor in his unlicensed clinic on the outskirts of Hyderabad city in Sindh province on Jan 8. Clinics like his are often the first point of care for poor communities.

Tylenol pregnancy study contradicts Trump claims on autism link

The Trump administration linked the use of Kenvue's Tylenol to autism in September 2025 and advised pregnant women to avoid it.
The Trump administration linked the use of Kenvue's Tylenol to autism in September 2025 and advised pregnant women to avoid it.

Medical drama The Pitt had much to celebrate – and now even more with another season renewal

(From left) Noah Wyle, Ambar Martinez, Ned Brower and Supriya Ganesh in The Pitt 2.
(From left) Noah Wyle, Ambar Martinez, Ned Brower and Supriya Ganesh in The Pitt 2.

Prescription of ADHD medication on the rise among young people in South Korea

Methylphenidate is a central nervous system stimulant that works by increasing attention and concentration.
Methylphenidate is a central nervous system stimulant that works by increasing attention and concentration.

Ozempic for humans, ‘Meowzempic’ for cats? Pharma companies race towards fluffy new frontiers

 A biopharmaceutical company has begun a pilot study of a weight loss drug for cats with obesity.
 A biopharmaceutical company has begun a pilot study of a weight loss drug for cats with obesity.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.