Author: Gerald Ng
Gerald Ng
Gerald Ng is the current chief editor for Medical Channel Asia. Writing has always been his first love and he has more than a decade of journalism experience after falling in love with reading the newspapers daily growing up in Singapore. His works and interviews have appeared in various media publications including Yahoo!, Straits Times and Channel NewsAsia.
Inside Scoop, a popular ice cream chain, has stopped selling its Pei Pa Kao cough syrup-flavoured ice cream following advice from Malaysia’s Ministry of Health (MOH).
Healthy hair is often a reflection of good overall health and well-being. Achieving lustrous, strong, and vibrant hair can be made easier by incorporating certain beneficial ingredients into your hair care routine. This article explores five key ingredients—keratin, avocado, castor oil, argan oil, and jojoba oil—and explains how each contributes to hair health.
Residents in Woodlands, Sembawang, Choa Chu Kang, and nearby areas can now access acute hospital services more easily. The new Woodlands Health Campus aims to improve healthcare delivery in northern Singapore.
The popularity of bottled drinking water in Asia may exacerbate exposure to Bisphenol A (BPA), a potentially harmful chemical. Professors from Universitas Airlangga (Unair) and Universitas Diponegoro (Undip) expressed this concern about bottled water in a recent health seminar.
The recent tragic death of a 13-year-old girl from rabies has highlighted the persistent public health challenge posed by this preventable tropical disease in the Philippines. Jamaica, a young girl from Manila, was bitten by a stray dog and, out of fear and misunderstanding, hid the incident from her parents. Two months later, on April 6, 2024, she died from encephalitic rabies, a universally fatal disease once symptoms appear.
The Singapore Clinical Research Institute (SCRI) has launched ClinicalTrials.SG, a centralised clinical trials portal. This initiative aims to enhance the nation’s clinical research ecosystem and improve patient health outcomes.
According to recent data, the country has one of the fastest-growing HIV epidemics in the world. This situation has raised concerns among health officials and international agencies, who are urging immediate action to curb the spread of
Olympic gymnastics all-around champion Suni Lee, a prominent figure in the world of sports, is currently competing at the Paris Olympics. As the first Hmong-American Olympian, Lee’s journey to this point has been marked by incredible perseverance and determination, particularly in the face of severe health challenges.
USC’s Viterbi School of Engineering is revolutionising GI health monitoring for the future by introducing smart pills as a noninvasive, high-tech solution for patients. In an era where smart devices like watches and phones are ubiquitous, the healthcare sector is not to be outdone by introducing smart pills. Developed by the University of Southern California’s Viterbi School of Engineering, these minute, ingestible devices are poised to revolutionise gastrointestinal (GI) health monitoring by merging advanced technology with unprecedented convenience. Understanding the Link between GI Gas and GI Disorders The GI tract is a complex system where gases such as oxygen, hydrogen,…
When it comes to achieving optimal workout gains, protein is a crucial component of your diet. Not only does it help build and repair muscle tissue, but it also supports various bodily functions essential for overall health. With so many protein sources available, it’s important to know which types are best for your fitness goals. Here’s a comprehensive guide on the different types of protein to consume for maximum workout gains.
