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Leptospirosis Risk Rises in Rainy Season: Symptoms and Prevention Tips
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A doctor in Tangerang warned that leptospirosis risk increases during floods, as leptospira bacteria can spread through water…
Hidden Dangers of IBD: Rising Threat in Indonesia and Southeast Asia
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease is increasingly recognized in Indonesia, as experts emphasize early diagnosis and personalized treatment to…
IDAI Expert Recommends Warm Bath Immediately After Rain Exposure
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Indonesian pediatrician Prof. Anggraini Alam from IDAI advises taking a warm shower right after being caught in the rain. She warns that…
BPJS Access Coming to Emirates-Indonesia Cardiac Hospital as Integration Process Accelerates
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Indonesia’s Health Ministry says the Emirates-Indonesia Cardiac Hospital in Surakarta is preparing to accept BPJS Kesehatan patients to…
Malaysia, Singapore heighten Nipah vigilance; airports tighten checks for arrivals
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Malaysia and Singapore raised vigilance for Nipah virus risks, tightening entry screening and issuing traveler health advisories.…
Asian Airports Tighten Checks Amid Deadly Nipah Virus Outbreak in India
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Asian nations tighten airport health checks after a deadly Nipah virus outbreak in India’s West Bengal sparks fears of COVID-like spread…
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Gaming addiction may trigger obesity and mental health problems in children, expert warns
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A UGM mental health expert warns that excessive gaming can progress into addiction linked to obesity and WHO-recognized internet gaming…
Cinnamon Water for Health: Five Claims and the Evidence Caveats
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The article outlines five widely cited benefits of cinnamon boiled water, including claims related to blood sugar, brain function, skin…
Air pollution in childhood can have lasting health impacts into adulthood
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A pulmonology specialist warns that long-term exposure to polluted air during childhood may lead to health problems that appear later in…
Hypertension remains a “silent killer” as doctor urges lifestyle changes to curb risk
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Hypertension continues to pose a major health risk because it often develops without symptoms but can trigger stroke, kidney failure and…