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Global Experts Redefine ‘Gut Health’ in Landmark Scientific Consensus
A new global scientific consensus is reshaping how “gut health” is defined and how it should be measured in clinical care, research and nutrition science.
Learn moreAI Tools Gain Ground in Medical Education, Experts Stress Need for Human Oversight
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used in medical education, with new research showing its potential to support training, knowledge access and clinical learning, while reinforcing the continued importance of human expertise in patient care.
Learn moreNipah Virus Outbreak Puts Asia on Alert After Deaths in India
Several Asian countries, including Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand, have heightened surveillance and screening measures following a Nipah virus outbreak in India, where at least two deaths were reported in the state of West Bengal.
Learn moreRising Cancer Diagnoses Among Young Adults and Teens in Singapore
Recent health data from the Singapore Cancer Registry shows a notable increase in cancer cases among young people, a trend that is drawing concern from healthcare professionals and public health advocates.
Learn morePatients Must Be Notified Before Health Data is Shared With Insurers. What You Need to Know
Under Singapore’s newly passed Health Information Act, doctors and healthcare providers will soon be required to seek explicit patient consent before any of a patient’s health data can be shared with private insurers, a major development in medical privacy and patient rights.
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