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What is obstructive sleep apnea?Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) occurs when a child stops breathing during sleep.
3 Types of Chest Pain – That Could Be Warning Signs of a Heart Attack
Chest pain appears in many forms, ranging from a sharp stab to a dull ache. Many different problems can cause chest pain. One of the most life-threatening causes is heart attack or myocardial infarction.
6 Secrets for Glowing Skin
Our skin, the largest organ (yes, really!) of the body, gives us an impression of our overall health. It also serves as a vital protective barrier against exposure to things such as infections, bacter
The greatest killer of mankind
Ever since primitive man discovered that the death rate in the tribe was one per person,
Tips for Taking Care of Elderly Parents
Caring for elderly parents require dedication of time and effort. It may be the highest calling but it can also rob you of time, money and in some cases personal sacrifices must be made. Here are some
6 Signs it's Time for an Eye Exam
When you're on a beautiful island like Phuket, you want to be able to see all the shades of green and blue in crystal clarity, which means keeping your eyes in top form. Eye health is extremely import
Doctor’s Advice: The Advantage of Off-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery (Off-Pump CABG)
In the past, heart or cardiac surgery required heart-lung bypass machine to divert blood vessels from the heart. This process stops your heartbeat resulting in hypoxia and ischemia which affect the functioning of your lungs, kidneys and brain.
Will you get Rabies this year?
Medical condition in the news this year is Rabies. Mind you, Rabies has been around for a lot longer than this year,
10 Tips for a Perfect Smile
Are you dreaming of a smile that dazzles? That brilliant pearly white grin starts with healthy teeth and gums. Here, we’ve rounded up our top tips to give your teeth that special sparkle. These tricks
Rabies Can Kill But It’s Preventable
According to the Department of Disease Control (DDC), Thailand has reported 7 rabies deaths this year—three times higher than during the same period in 2024. Cases occurred in Chonburi, Sisaket, Chachoengsao, Nakhon Ratchasima (2), Tak, and Rayong.
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) Replacing An Aortic Valve Without Open Heart Surgery
Age related, or degenerative valvular heart disease, represents the most common etiology of aortic stenosis in the elderly population. It occurs when the heart's aortic valve narrows. This narrowing prevents the valve from opening fully, which reduces or blocks blood flow from your heart into the main artery to your body and onward to the rest of your body. When the blood flow through the aortic valve is reduced or blocked, your heart needs to work harder to pump blood to your body. Once severe obstruction has developed, death occurs within 3 years unless the aortic valve is replaced.
Top Tips for Controlling Your Allergies
Nobody wants itchy eyes and sneeze attacks while on vacation. Allergies are a response from our body’s immune system when it is triggered by something in our environment. Common triggers include dust