Category: Education
Shanghai Researchers Announce Groundbreaking Treatment for HER2-Positive Breast Cancer Brain Metastases
Researchers from Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center have unveiled a new treatment method that significantly improves outcomes for HER2-positive breast cancer patients suffering from brain metastases. The innovative approach involves local radiotherapy combined with Pyrotinib tablets, a small molecule drug […]
HKUMed’s Groundbreaking Cure for Terminal Liver Cancer Using ‘Reduce and Remove’ with Living Donor Transplant
A new treatment strategy for locally advanced liver cancer, known as ‘Reduce and Remove’, was announced by the Department of Surgery and Department of Clinical Oncology, Centre of Cancer Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine, LKS Faculty of Medicine of the […]
How to manage social media usage for a stress-free life
By Mohani Niza Social media has become an integral part of our daily routine, connecting us with friends, family, and the world at large. However, the constant scroll and the pressure to keep up with others can take a toll […]
Mothers and Children at Risk from Climate Change; UN Calls for Action
UN agencies have highlighted a significant reality: the impact of climate change on the well-being of pregnant women and children has been grievously overlooked and underreported. This emphasis precedes the United Nations (UN) climate change conference (COP28) scheduled to commence […]
Are Mobile Phones Affecting Male Fertility?
A 10-year study conducted by researchers from the University of Geneva (UNIGE) and the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) probes the impact of mobile phone use on the semen quality of young men over a decade. The […]
Aging faster? It must be your housing condition
In a recent study conducted by Dr Amy Clair, Emma Baker, and Meena Kumari at the Australian Centre for Housing Research, University of Adelaide, the complex interplay between housing conditions and the rate of epigenetic aging takes center stage. Drawing on […]
Study Focuses on Factors, Risks of Air Pollution in Northern Thailand
Culprits of pollution: haze season poses risk Air pollution remains a global crisis, posing severe threats to human health and the environment. In Thailand, the issue of air pollution has reached a critical juncture, with urban areas facing alarmingly high […]
icddr,b and UVM Pioneer Study of Promising Dengue Vaccine in Bangladesh
Researchers from icddr,b, a Dhaka, Bangladesh-based global health research institute, and the University of Vermont’s Larner College of Medicine have made significant progress in the development of a tetravalent dengue vaccine, publishing their findings in The Lancet Infectious Diseases. In […]
How to support a loved one through a cancer diagnosis
Life can take unexpected turns, and one of the most challenging moments a family can face is when a member receives a cancer diagnosis. The impact of this news can be overwhelming, not only for the individual facing the illness […]
ILO’s Global Framework Tackles Workplace Hazardous Chemicals
The International Labour Organization (ILO) has embraced a new Global Framework, designed to reduce environmental and health risks caused by chemicals and waste. The Global Framework on Chemicals, backed by a High-Level Declaration, outlines specific goals and guidelines for managing […]
