At HIMSS25 APAC in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, unveiled its “One Individual, One Record” initiative, a national digital health system powered by AI. The July 16 announcement marks a turning point in ASEAN’s push for tech sovereignty. This digital health boom reflects Southeast Asia’s strategic shift toward self-reliance and regional innovation.
🩺 Title: “Rural America’s Health Left Behind Again” ArticleThe first installment of Rural Health Resilience by former Senator Bill Frist exposes a grim truth: rural Americans are dying younger and suffering more than their urban counterparts. With over 130 rural hospitals shuttered since 2010 and 600 more at risk, the crisis is no longer silent—it’s…
HEALTH FDA’s HIV Shot Raises Cost, Ethics Questions In a landmark decision, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the world’s first biannual injectable for HIV prevention. Advocates call it a breakthrough in public health, citing its ability to reduce the burden of daily medication. But not everyone is applauding. Conservative health policy experts raise…
China’s annual Mobile World Congress (MWC25) in Shanghai has kicked off with impressive displays of technological innovation, solidifying the country’s dominant position in AI, robotics, and mobile communications. Leading Chinese tech firms, including Huawei, Xiaomi, and Tencent, have unveiled next-generation AI-powered smartphones, humanoid robots, and autonomous mobility solutions that push the boundaries of automation. One…
The global dengue crisis has reached alarming levels, prompting urgent action at the 8th Asia Dengue Summit held in Manila. With over 14 million cases reported worldwide—most concentrated in Asia—health experts and government officials from 22 countries gathered to discuss strategies for combating the deadly virus. Dengue, a mosquito-borne disease, has long plagued tropical and…
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Manila, Philippines – The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has issued a warning as several areas in Luzon and Visayas experience dangerously high heat index levels, with temperatures soaring up to 45°C. According to PAGASA, Dagupan City, Pangasinan, and Aparri, Cagayan recorded the highest heat index at 45°C, while five other areas—including…
