Public health and hygiene

Seoul police uncover human fat, blood from cosmetic procedures dumped in sinks and toilets

Investigators uncovered 36 violations at 25 clinics.

The problem with separate MMR vaccines

Unlike COVID-19 vaccines, two doses of the MMR vaccine provide long-lasting protection for the overwhelming majority of people.

Masks, test kits back on shopping lists amid signs of Covid-19 resurgence in S. Korea

Major convenience store chains in South Korea have seen a rise in sales of Covid-19-related products over the past month.

Only 40% of world’s health facilities meet basic sanitation standards: UN

The UN’s health and children’s agencies said only 40 per cent of healthcare facilities in 2025 had toilets that adequately met the needs of patients and staff.

S’pore adopts a ‘just in case’ approach to strategic vulnerabilities: Chan Chun Sing

Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing highlighted the importance of strengthening Singapore’s resilience through upstream and sustained investments in healthcare capabilities.

Air quality in parts of Sarawak hits unhealthy level

A hazy view of Serian, Sarawak, located around 60km from the city of Kuching.

Trump administration unfreezes $774 million for Gavi global vaccine effort

The Geneva-based global alliance Gavi helps the world’s poorest countries buy vaccines to protect children from diseases.

US diners avoid restaurants as fears over parasitic disease cut lettuce sales

Consumer confidence in lettuce and other fresh produce has fallen during the current cyclosporiasis outbreak.

Forum: Next time you’re at the beach, take a small bag

FDA approves new pill to slash cholesterol levels

Lipfendra can lower cholesterol levels far below what can be achieved with statins.

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