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QVAXB40 Initiative Expands Access to PeKa Sihat Health Screening Across Malaysia

Health authorities dismiss reports of insulin shortage, cite unavailability of one brand

Officials say alternatives for the unavailable brand remain available in local markets.

PhilHealth expands access to anti-TB medicines via GAMOT

MANILA, Philippines—The Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) is expanding access to selected first-line anti-tuberculosis (TB) medicines through its Guaranteed and Accessible Medications for Outpatient Treatment (GAMOT) program. The expanded benefit will take effect on Nov. 1, giving eligible patients additional access to prescribed TB medicines, according to PhilHealth Circular No. 2026-0018. “Eligible patients with confirmed

Empress Emerita Michiko turns 92 while enjoying peaceful life

The Empress Emerita now takes shorter walks, but there is no major change in her overall health condition

In a victory for patients seeking justice for medical issues, the Washington Supreme Court upholds rule barring hospitals from communicating privately with former doctors and imposes consequences for violations

Ruling validates the Luvera Law Firm’s seven-year fight for justice for a patient left disabled following care at Virginia Mason Medical Center

Lagos and Its Overburdened Health Sector

By Steve Omolale Unlike many other states in the country, virtually every sector in Lagos State is stretched to its limits by the state’s huge and ever-growing population. Daily, thousands of people from across Nigeria, Africa and beyond troop into Lagos in search of greener pastures and better opportunities. These migrants are looking for greener […] The post Lagos and Its Overburdened Health Sector appeared first on Vanguard News.

Breaking barriers to medicine access through collaboration

Medical innovation only matters if it actually reaches patients. Yet for many Filipinos, access to essential and innovative…

One in three adults in Pakistan lives with psychological disorder: study

Experts term findings of first national mental health survey "most reliable".

Smiling pope returns to Vatican after cancer surgery

“Considering the blood tests, the chest X-ray done this morning, and evaluating the clinical picture, the Holy Father has been deemed fit for discharge,” doctors say.

oPt: Attacks on health care in the West Bank (Since 1 January - 30 September 2026)

Pope Leo out of bed, progress 'normal', doctors say after lung operation

Leader of the world's 1.4bn Catholics is now awaiting the results of a biopsy to determine if the cancer has spread.

Due to high cost, 25pc of cancer patients at Karachi's JPMC abandon treatment, experts say

Complete cancer care costs Rs3-4m, with many patients unable to afford newer therapies, says oncology dept head.

Sports club affiliation influences physical strength, survey shows

The Japan Sports Agency survey also revealed that the physical strength of women in their 40s is declining markedly.

Pope Leo XIV to have lung surgery

Pope Leo XIV says he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a localised lung nodule detected at an early stage.

Trust in science falls as COVID-era confidence fades, global survey finds

The retreat has potentially far-reaching consequences for public health as vaccination rates decline and preventable diseases resurge.

UAAP, mWell focus on mental health

mWell and the UAAP are promoting mental health and overall wellness across the university community, offering young people access to Mind Health assessments, self-guided modules, coaches and consultations.

The novel HUGS colon model enables high-throughput parallel cultivation of metabolically active human gut microbiomes in vitro

Listening before legislating

On this World Mental Health Day and beyond, people with lived experience must be heard.