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A huge earthquake that hit Myanmar and Thailand on Friday has killed over 1000 people and injured at least 2000, with many residents missing. Photo: Facebook/Hla Myo Aung via AFP
Myanmar

‘Very big threat’: global aid effort begins after Myanmar, Thailand quake

With thousands dead and injured and many people missing, several nations are sending aid, including life detectors.

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Japan

Norovirus cases in Japan hit decade high amid ‘unseasonal’ outbreak

Bird flu viruses

US reports first outbreak of deadly H7N9 bird flu since 2017

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Hong Kong youth

Opinion | Amid spate of youth suicides, Hong Kong must weave a safety net

A teacher’s attentiveness, a neighbour’s kindness, a policymaker’s resolve – we all have roles in intercepting despair before it turns fatal.

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Suicide is preventable, but it requires a society-wide commitment to vigilance, empathy and systemic change rather than some sporadic, fragmented approach. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong society

Editorial | More must be done in Hong Kong’s battle against obesity

Children in Hong Kong are among those falling victim to one of today’s greatest health challenges, which calls for a concerted effort by all.

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Global South

Opinion | How the Global South can rise above the fray as the West fractures

Countries must seize this moment to promote an open, inclusive world order grounded in common interests and mutual respect.

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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Explainer | Should Hong Kong travellers be worried about measles amid resurgence abroad?

Recent imported case sparks fears of outbreak, as the Post looks at how to stay safe locally and when travelling.

The WHO has attributed the surge in global measles cases to inadequate immunisation coverage and the backsliding in vaccination rates in certain regions. Photo: EPA-EFE
Wellness

New diabetes treatment tool a ‘major advance’ that could help millions

The tool, which takes diabetics’ data and gives tailored medication suggestions, comes as many found to not be getting best drugs for them.

United States

My Take | More shameless interference from the US in Hong Kong affairs

From threatening other nations to bulldozing state power at home, America should take care of its own mess before messing with others.

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Indonesia

Indonesia’s Bali warns tourists of rabies risk after local death from dog bite

The man, 35, died six months after getting bitten and not reporting his injury to receive a post-bite vaccine.

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A dog in Bali being given rabies vaccination. Photo: AP
Health & Fitness

Letters | How a global treaty has helped combat the deadly tobacco epidemic

Readers highlight the harm caused by tobacco products, and discuss learner-driven approaches to education.

Smokers using both traditional and e-cigarettes in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong on January 24. Photo: Nora Tam
Africa

Mystery disease kills over 50 in DR Congo after children ate bat and fell ill

Many of the patients died 48 hours after the onset of symptoms, which include fever, vomiting and internal bleeding.

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Science

Chinese team finds coronavirus that could infect humans via same route as Covid

Research was led by Shi Zhengli, a virologist known as the ‘batwoman’, who is best known for her work on coronaviruses at a lab in Wuhan.

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India

India sees record surge in stomach bug outbreaks

The reasons behind India’s recent surge in stomach-related disorders remain a bit of a mystery, but it shows the lurking public health risks.

India recorded more than 1,000 outbreaks of acute diarrheal disease across the country last year. Photo: Shutterstock
United States

WHO chief urges pandemic accord action after US withdrawal

The WHO’s Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has warned that the next pandemic is ‘a matter of when, not if’.

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A nurse prepares a dose during an Ebola trial vaccination campaign in Kampala, Uganda. Photo: AFP
Indonesia

Indonesia’s Prabowo launches another ‘quick-win priority’ – free health checks

The programme provides a free voucher of basic health screening for every Indonesian and is set to cost US$287.3 million this year.

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Disease

From India to the Philippines, viral HMPV clickbait stokes anti-China rhetoric

China’s HMPV cases were ‘within the expected range’, according to the WHO. But that hasn’t stopped the falsehoods and fearmongering.

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Israel-Gaza war

Pressure rises over Gaza ceasefire as Israeli forces withdraw from key corridor

Shock over freed emaciated hostages renewed pressure on PM Netanyahu to extend the truce beyond the first phase ending 2 weeks from now.

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A displaced Palestinian man inspects the damage to his home in Gaza City on Sunday, after crossing the Netzarim corridor from southern Gaza into the enclave’s north. Photo: AFP
From our archives

When Hong Kong asked for men to be birth-control-pill guinea pigs

‘A male pill would also promote male responsibility for contraception,’ the Family Planning Association said when calling for trial volunteers in 1977.

Americas and the Caribbean

Argentina follows US in exiting World Health Organization

Argentinian President Javier Milei is an avowed fan of US President Donald Trump.

Wellness

Welcome to the ‘golden age’ of cancer research. It is saving lives

On World Cancer Day, we look at advances in cancer research, prevention and treatment that bring new hope and are extending or saving lives.

Advances in cancer research, prevention and treatment are extending or saving the lives of millions of patients. Photo: Shutterstock
United States

WHO meeting turns into crisis session as it seeks to replace US funds

It imposed a hiring freeze, banned its 8,000-strong workforce from taking non-essential trips, and is renegotiating supply contracts.

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A Pakistani health worker administers polio drops to a child in Karachi, Pakistan. The World Health Organization continues to support Pakistan’s efforts toward the final stages of polio eradication. Photo: EPA-EFE
Africa

Congo’s M23 rebels control Goma airport, embassies attacked

The UN and global powers fear the conflict could spiral into a regional war akin to those of 1996-1997 and 1998-2003 that killed millions.

Israel-Gaza war

Israel says 8 hostages set for release in first phase of truce are dead

Of 26 hostages yet to be freed under first phase of deal, only 18 are still alive; government spokesman said the families have been informed.

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Britain

UK has ‘rare’ human case of bird flu; US reports first H5N9 outbreak in poultry

The two instances raise concerns about the spread of bird flu.

Day-old duck hatchlings crawl around inside an incubator at Crescent Duck Farm, in Aquebogue, New York. Photo: AP
Donald Trump

Trump says he may consider rejoining World Health Organization

The US president’s remarks come just days after he ordered the United States to leave the global health agency.

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US President Donald Trump speaks at the Circa Resort and Casino in Las Vegas on Saturday. Photo: EPA-EFE
India

India probes mystery illness in Kashmir after 17 die

All of the fatalities, including 13 children, had damage to the brain and nervous system.

Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration

Africa braces as Trump’s WHO withdrawal, aid freeze set to ‘gut public health’

US exit from the WHO is expected to have a huge impact on Africa, which relies on the agency’s programmes to help address disease outbreaks.

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