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Health in China
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9 September, 2024
The findings of a study led by Xiamen University have put a spotlight on a type of bile known as LCA that can produce effects resulting in regeneration in animals. Image: Shutterstock
Science

A liver acid could be an anti-ageing ‘elixir’, Chinese scientists say

Researchers find naturally occurring acid induces pseudo-starvation effects, resulting in anti-ageing effects in animals.

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Wellness

Why Chinese Gen Z are getting TCM winter body check-ups

New medical drugs

Novel drug awaits Hong Kong diabetics suffering from debilitating eye disease

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China society

Opinion | Novelist Chiung Yao’s death rekindles discussion on euthanasia in China

The popular author’s passing has sparked debate on a matter weighed down with stigma despite years in the public consciousness.

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Taiwanese romance novelist Chiung Yao, who died at the age of 86. Photo: Weibo/@会火
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China half-marathon offers unique prizes including cow, wild fish, chickens

In past year, China held 622 marathons and half marathons, averaging nearly two daily, highlighting rising commitment to health.

Biomedicine: Companies

China welcomes new US$1 billion Sanofi project in Beijing

Sanofi’s latest capital outlay in China will cover the development of a new insulin plant in the nation’s capital.

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China's population

China promotes fidelity for elderly as HIV/Aids cases rise in over 50s

Rising infection rates attributed to loneliness, a lack of understanding about safe sex and reluctance to discuss it with doctors.

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China is among countries facing rising HIV/AIDS cases among its elderly population. An estimated quarter of people living with HIV globally were aged 50 years and over in 2023, according to UNAIDS. Photo: AFP
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‘Wealthy’ China KOL banned for selling supplements as ‘miraculous’ cancer cure

Influencer implies her products could treat various diseases, uses tactics like the abbreviation ‘CA’ for cancer to evade regulatory scrutiny.

Biomedicine: Companies

Hong Kong start-up eyes global pest control market with scent-based products

Plasticvore is a two-year old biotech start-up offering alternative, humane solutions to controlling and eliminating pests, founder says.

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Health & Fitness

China expands health insurance coverage with 91 new drugs, innovative treatments

The health authority shows its support for novel drugs, while driving tough bargains with pharmaceutical firms on prices.

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China has added dozens of new drugs to its medical insurance reimbursement list. Photo: Getty Images
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Man in China finds dice lodged in nose for 20 years that caused chronic sneezing

Doctor warns that improper handling could have caused cube to enter his airway, risking suffocation.

The man recalled that dice may have accidentally gone up his nose when he was about three or four, though it is unclear how it happened. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Douyin
China's population

Chinese province makes labour pain relief pledge to ease childbirth jitters

Hainan says labour pain relief will be covered by public health insurance, part of broader plan to boost birth rates.

SCMP Highlights

Recap | Diabetes facts you need to know, air pollution link to dementia and more health stories

Explore expert insights on diabetes, seasonal affective disorder, healthy ageing, dementia risks from air pollution and China’s weight-loss camps.

Health & Fitness

Editorial | Be more aware of spinal conditions

Some 619 million people globally suffer from back pain. Yet spinal conditions are not given the prominence they deserve in public health.

Dr Joshua Ko (right) and patient Monita Yuen, 68, at a press conference held by Hong Kong Sanitorium and Hospital to announce the results of its survey of 800 residents’ spinal health. Photo: SCMP / Jonathan Wong
Shanghai Fosun Pharmaceutical

Chinese pharmaceutical companies look abroad for growth markets

Shanghai Henlius struck a deal in Saudi Arabia while XtalPi signed a partnership with Sinar Mas Multiartha in Indonesia.

Fosun’s Shanghai Henlius, Tecent-backed XtalPi ink partnership deals with Asian partners. Photo: Shanghai Henlius
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Disgust as China mother posts photo of toddler son urinating over family meal

Graphic image shows arc of urine sprinkling from little boy over a table loaded with eggs, vegetables, steamed buns which family then eats.

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China influencer adopts pig feed diet to save money, sparks health concerns

Her stunt quickly garners attention on mainland social media, amassing 6.3 million views on Weibo.

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Report finds China targeted AstraZeneca in fraud probe over cancer treatment

The pharmaceutical giant, whose China chief is now under investigation, was previously at the centre of insurance scam cases, report says.

According to new media reports, AstraZeneca sales representatives in the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen were at the centre of an investigation first announced in early 2022. Photo: AFP
China society

Chinese woman, scolded at work, stops eating, needs reminders to use toilet

Doctor likens Li to a ‘wooden’ figure trapped in catatonic stupor – an alarming sign of depression.

Science

Chinese team says new imaging will save healthy tissue in breast cancer surgery

Innovation would detect margins of tumours before and during surgery, paper says.

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China’s Guangzhou city sees Dengue fever cases rise by 73% in space of a week

The city is at the centre of a spike in cases across Guangdong province as WHO warns mosquito-borne disease is spreading rapidly.

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Guangzhou recorded 437 cases last week, three of them serious. Photo: Simon Song
Cancer

CK Life’s Yuen banks on Big Pharma experience to boost new drug success

Lance Yuen spent two decades at Bristol-Myers Squibb and Bayer in the region before becoming the CEO at CK Life Sciences last month.

CK Life Sciences management (from left) Wendy Tong Barnes, chief corporate affairs officer Wendy Tong-Barnes, CEO Lance Yuen, deputy chairman Alan Yu, chief scientific officer Melvin Toh, and vice president corporate development Cecilia Ho
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China boy, 4, loses finger after father chooses massage parlour to treat infection

Foot massage shop ‘cream’ treatment turns out to be nothing of sort, authorities order business to pay US$23,000 in compensation.

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China mum, once jumping rope with son, masters stunts for health, happiness

Woman will spend months, and even years, learning the most difficult tricks.

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South Korea, China youth turn to ‘Cinderella’, garlic IV drips to boost energy

Intravenous nutrient therapy blends liquid vitamins and saline drip, but medical benefits have not been definitively proven.

Office workers in South Korea and China use nutrient IV drips to combat fatigue, but the benefits are unproven. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/QQ.com
Trending in China

China actress warned by doctors after adding ‘height-boosting’ drugs to son’s food

Video was viewed over 100 million times, sparking concerns from doctors about false promises with potential side effects.

A Chinese actress was cautioned by doctors after she added height-enhancing drugs to her son’s food. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Xiaohongshu
Health & Fitness

Ultrasound cancer treatment, supported by Li Ka-shing, gains traction in Asia

Focused ultrasound, backed by Li Ka-shing, is emerging as a non-invasive, commercially viable cancer treatment, attracting significant investments.

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Huawei

Huawei heats up global smartwatch market with launch of new GT 5 series

Huawei’s latest product launch reflects the US-sanctioned firm’s efforts to boost revenue, as demand for advanced smartwatches rises in 2024.

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