Medical Channel Asia

10/04/2026

Thinking of switching to a CGM? Here’s what you should know 🤗

Dr Ester Yeoh, Medical Director and Senior Consultant Endocrinologist at Aspen Diabetes & Endocrine Clinic, breaks down how continuous glucose monitoring compares to finger prick testing, and whether inserting the device is actually painful.

📹 Catch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pwp3h7JBFJo&t=30s

09/04/2026

Can AI really replace a therapist or psychiatrist? 🤖💭

Dr Jared Ng and Dr David Teo, Psychiatrists at Connections MindHealth, share why mental health care goes beyond words, often involving non-verbal cues, emotions and human connection that can’t always be captured on screen.

Sometimes, what isn’t said matters just as much as what is. Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xmp9B-_rDzI&t=207s

09/04/2026

Struggling to fall asleep? Learn how incorporating specific nutrient-dense foods into your evening routine can improve your sleep quality.

Looking for natural ways to sleep better? Discover foods that support melatonin production, including nuts, tart cherries, dairy, and more.

08/04/2026

Struggling to follow conversations in noisy places?

Benjamin Yeap, Senior Clinical Audiologist from Hearing Partners Singapore, reviews Oticon Zeal - a new invisible hearing aid technology entering Singapore - and how it handles real-world listening, from busy hawker centres to daily conversations.

An experienced audiologist reviews Oticon Zeal, the world's first hearing aid that delivers a complete package in a nearly invisible design. Read it here!

08/04/2026

Forget punishing gym sessions and bland diets. Here are 5 ways wellness is actually becoming fun (and sustainable) on 2026.

From the rise of pickleball to the science of gut health, we explore five major health trends that are shaping wellness routines across Asia in 2026.

06/04/2026

We spent a week with Oral7 SG’s oral care system - and it challenged what we thought “clean” should feel like.

Designed to work with your mouth’s natural salivary enzymes, not against them.

A very different kind of oral care routine.

What happens when you try Oral7 for a week? We tested its enzyme-based oral care system to see how it affects daily oral comfort.

04/04/2026

“Overall, these advancements have not only improved clinical outcomes but have also made gynaecological surgery far more patient-centric, reducing fear and enabling women to recover faster and with greater confidence.”

Dr Sevellaraja A/L N. Supermaniam (Selva), Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Mahkota Medical Centre reflects on how far surgery has come - and what it means for patients today.

Robotic-assisted gynaecological surgery is reshaping treatment with smaller incisions and faster recovery. But is it always the right choice?

02/04/2026

Are we overusing the term “slipped disc” when talking about back pain?

Dr. Ozlan Izma Muhamed Kamil, Orthopaedic Surgeon at Gleneagles KL & Prince Court Medical Centre, explains why the term “slipped disc” can be misleading and why proper clinical assessment is important when evaluating back pain.

Learn more about lower back pain at: https://www.myhealthmylife.com.my/Pain/low-back-pain

01/04/2026

Find out how you can stop the brain rot and reclaim your focus before it is gone for good.

Understand why shrinking attention spans are becoming a modern epidemic and learn scientifically proven ways to reclaim your concentration.

31/03/2026

Why does Singapore lead the way in cancer survival, yet screening rates remain a challenge?

We sat down with Prof Melvin Chua, Senior Consultant and Head of Department at the National Cancer Centre Singapore, to discuss the future of oncology in Asia. From the limitations of Western screening models to the power of regional collaboration, Prof. Chua explains how we can close the gap in cancer care.

What do you think is the biggest barrier to cancer screening today? Let’s discuss in the comments. 👇

31/03/2026

Tired of expensive gym memberships? Calisthenics lets you get fit using nothing but your own body weight.

Learn about the benefits of calisthenics and how bodyweight strength training can transform your fitness without the need for expensive gym equipment or heavy weights.

30/03/2026

Want healthier eyes? Start with these simple habits 👉

Dr Preethi Jeyabal, Director of Regenerative Aesthetics, Hair Restoration & Dry Eye Services at Eagle Aesthetics & Surgery, shares 3 simple ways to improve your eye comfort, starting with something as easy as blinking more.

Will you be trying any of these? Let us know in the comments 💬