medical science
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New hope for men with delayed ejaculation
Delayed ejaculation, often overlooked, affects between 1% and 3% of men worldwide. This condition involves a persistent difficulty or inability to ejaculate despite adequate sexual desire, erection, and stimulation. Despite its impact on quality of life, no medications have been approved by major health agencies like the UK’s Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulations Agency (MHRA), the US Food and Drug…
- Health
New lung CT scan without the need for contrast dyes
In the realm of medical imaging, a groundbreaking development is offering hope to patients who are allergic to contrast dyes or have restrictions due to health conditions. This innovation promises to significantly enhance the speed and accuracy of lung diagnoses without the need for contrast dyes, which have traditionally been essential but problematic for some patients. This new technology, developed…
- Thailand News
Thai and Taiwanese firms join to build medical products plant
Aiming to capitalise on the government’s initiative to make Thailand a medical hub in Southeast Asia, Thai firm Namwiwat Medical Corporation (Nam) and Taiwanese company Somnics Inc have joined forces to construct a new manufacturing plant. The facility, intended to serve as an export base, will produce a wide range of medical products, including sleep-enhancing devices. Nam, a local sterilised…
- Health
Beat Leprosy: Expert Tips on Avoiding This Ancient Disease
Leprosy, a disease with a rich history and lots of misunderstandings, still poses quite a challenge in public health today, even though we’re seeing fewer cases in many places. This stubborn infection is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae, which mainly targets the skin, nerves, and mucosal surfaces of our bodies. For those dedicated folks looking to prevent this ailment,…
- Business News
Siriraj Hospital partners with Cariva to bolster Thailand’s medical AI ecosystem
Siriraj Hospital‘s Faculty of Medicine, under Mahidol University, is partnering with local artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, Cariva (Thailand), to utilise AI technology in enhancing medical treatment and developing innovative medical products and services. This collaboration is aimed at solidifying Thailand’s reputation as a medical hub and facilitating the export of AI-driven healthcare innovations to the Asia-Pacific region. Dr Apichat Asavamongkolkul,…
- Thailand News
Chulalongkorn combats cancer in lab animals with plant-based antibody
For the first time in Thailand, lecturers at Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences have successfully developed antibody from tobacco plants with inhibitory effects on the growth of cancer cells in laboratory animals. This signals hope for access to effective cancer medication and treatment at a lower cost. From world-class success in producing a COVID-19 vaccine from tobacco plants, today…
- Health
Revolutionizing Cancer Treatment with CyberKnife Technology
Despite significant advancements in medical science, cancer remains a leading cause of death worldwide. Traditional treatments, such as chemotherapy and surgery, often come with debilitating side effects and lengthy recovery periods. However, a groundbreaking technology innovative enough to revolutionize cancer treatment is now available in Thailand – CyberKnife treatment. CyberKnife treatment is a non-intrusive alternative suitable for treating both malignant…
