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'Punk wellness': China's stressed youth mix traditional medicine and cocktails
AFP, Published on 13/02/2026
» SHANGHAI — In a softly lit Shanghai bar, graduate student Helen Zhao stretched out both wrists to have her pulse taken -- the first step to ordering the house special, a bespoke "health" cocktail based on traditional Chinese medicine.
AI chatbots give bad health advice, research finds
AFP, Published on 10/02/2026
» PARIS - Next time you're considering consulting Dr ChatGPT, perhaps think again.
AI helps fuel new era of medical self-testing
AFP, Published on 13/01/2026
» LAS VEGAS — Beyond smart watches and rings, artificial intelligence (AI) is being used to make self-testing for major diseases more readily available -- from headsets that detect early signs of Alzheimer's to an iris-scanning application that helps spot cancer.
RBSO concert to raise funds for Siriraj Foundation
Life, Published on 05/01/2026
» The Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra presents "Melodies For Medicine: Homage To Her Majesty Queen Sirikit – Healing Harmony For Cancer Care", at Piano Museum, Witthayu Road, on Jan 18 at 3pm.
Abortion in Afghanistan: 'My mother crushed my stomach with a stone'
AFP, Published on 05/12/2025
» KABUL - When Bahara was four months pregnant, she went to a Kabul hospital to beg for an abortion. "We're not allowed," a doctor told her. "If someone finds out, we will all end up in prison."
Ramathibodi Foundation and Jaspal Group join for charity collection
Life, Published on 12/11/2025
» Ramathibodi Foundation under the Royal Patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn has joined hands with Jaspal Group to create a special charity collection titled "The Power Of Sharing".
US to remove warnings from menopause hormone therapy
AFP, Published on 11/11/2025
» WASHINGTON - The United States will remove strong safety warnings on many hormone therapies used to alleviate menopausal symptoms, saying the risks have been exaggerated, authorities announced on Monday.
Have an eating plan before holiday gatherings begin
Life, Dr Eve Glazier and Dr Elizabeth Ko, Published on 11/11/2025
» Dear Doctors: We have young kids, so our holiday party season starts right around Halloween. I just turned 40, and I've noticed it's getting harder to lose the weight I gain this time of year. I need a plan so things don't get out of control.
Rethinking Alzheimer's care: why traditional Alzheimer's management isn't enough
Kanmanee Terdpravat, Published on 07/11/2025
» The shadow of Alzheimer's disease looms large over our aging population. It is more than a memory disorder; it's a humanitarian, social, and economic crisis. Accounting for nearly 80 percent of all dementia cases, Alzheimer's represents an immense loss of independence, identity, and quality of life. Yet, as the world braces for a demographic wave of cognitive decline, scientists and clinicians are arguing that the standard playbook—largely focused on symptomatic drug management—simply isn't enough. What's needed is a deeper, root-cause strategy that reimagines brain health itself.
Exhibition hopes to shift attitude towards cancer
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 06/11/2025
» Mahidol University's Faculty of Medicine and Siriraj Hospital have launched a digital art exhibition of cancer to inspire hope.