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Endi Suhaendi, a 28-year-old owner of a family green mussel cultivation business, checks the shelled mussels in Dadap village, Kosambi, Tangerang regency, Banten, on Jan. 23, 2024. Endi said his team had to go as far as  Bidadari Island to find a clean enough environment to grow green mussels.
Endi Suhaendi, a 28-year-old owner of a family green mussel cultivation business, checks the shelled mussels in Dadap village, Kosambi, Tangerang regency, Banten, on Jan. 23, 2024. Endi said his team had to go as far as Bidadari Island to find a clean enough environment to grow green mussels.`
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Once hailed as top protein source, green mussels unsuitable for consumption

Green mussels are a common dish in eateries and recent news of pollution in Jakarta Bay has not put the cultivation and consumption of the mollusk to an end.

1 week ago
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From telehealth to genomics: Modernizing health care in Indonesia

A technology-powered vision of our health care future is now a reality. Our smartwatches and fitness trackers continuously monitor our physical activities and sleep patterns.

1 month ago
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Tobacco use shrinking worldwide: WHO

In 2022, about one in five adults around the world were smokers or consumed other tobacco products, compared to one in every three in 2000, the UN health agency said.

2 months ago

The Latest

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UK authorizes gene therapy for blood disorders in world first

US-based companies Vertex Pharmaceuticals and CRISPR Therapeutics welcomed the approval in a separate statement.

4 months ago
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US approves first vaccine against chikungunya virus

The vaccine, developed by Europe's Valneva which will be marketed under the name Ixchiq, was approved for people 18 and over who are at increased risk of exposure, the FDA said.

4 months ago
Quick Dispatch

Sukhavita Wellness 2gether Run 2023

The Sukhavita Wellness 2gether Run 2023 was participated by 250 individuals, enthusiastically embarking on an unlimited health journey.

3 months ago
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Converting to SADARI: A ritual that saves women’s lives

The world has turned its attention to breast cancer awareness, a cause that takes center stage during October, which is observed as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

5 months ago
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BSJ Student at the Front Lines of Vascular Health

Caitlyn Limbert, a student from the British School Jakarta, showcased her research in the field of vascular graft bioprinting during the Jakarta Scholars Symposium Vol. II on August 23, 2023.

6 months ago
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Maybank Indonesia’s green gesture: 2,000 mangrove seedlings planted in Sustainability Day

Renowned for their carbon-sequestration benefits and their ability to maintain biodiversity, mangroves have taken the spotlight in Indonesia’s greener future.

6 months ago
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Maybank Marathon 2023 attracts ever-more runners

Publicly listed Bank Maybank Indonesia has unveiled its preparations to organize the 2023 Maybank Marathon with a higher number of participants as the event has earned recognition as  an “Elite” road race, the only one in Indonesia.

6 months ago
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US approves pill for postpartum depression

The antidepressant drug, called zuranolone, is "the first oral medication indicated to treat postpartum depression (PPD) in adults," the FDA said in a statement. 

7 months ago
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Indonesian Gen Zs take closer interest in mental health

Data from mobile survey platform Jakpat in 2022 also show that Gen Zs in Indonesia experience comparatively the most mental health problems, at over 59 percent out of 1,870 respondents.

8 months ago
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Aspartame sweetener, used mostly in soft drinks, 'possibly carcinogenic': WHO

"We're not advising companies to withdraw products, nor are we advising consumers to stop consuming altogether," said Francesco Branca, the World Health Organization's nutrition and food safety director.

8 months ago
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Japanese officials call for Mount Fuji crowd control

A surge in demand for rest cabins on Mount Fuji has led Japanese officials to call for crowd control measures during this summer's climbing season.

9 months ago
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Smoking and TB: Dual epidemics leading people to bleak end

Smoking has been the strongest risk factor for tuberculosis (TB) in Indonesia in addition to undernourishment, diabetes and HIV.

9 months ago
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Indonesians try fighting tuberculosis with love and care

Indonesia aims to eliminate the deadly infectious disease in the country by 2030.

10 months ago
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Discovering HIV started 'race against time': Barre-Sinoussi

In an interview with AFP, the 75-year-old virologist described how she and colleagues at the Pasteur Institute in Paris discovered HIV in 1983, which led to her jointly winning the Nobel Prize for Medicine. 

10 months ago
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Every breath a struggle, as air pollution harms health in Thailand

An elderly patient lies struggling for breath in a Bangkok hospital as Thailand battles a "drastic increase" in respiratory problems caused by a spike in air pollution.

10 months ago
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The real medical benefits of fasting

Medical experts show that the fasting ritual integral to the Muslim holy month of Ramadan does as many wonders for one’s body and mind as it does for spiritual wellbeing.

11 months ago
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The underwhelming search for good mental health service in Indonesia

With more discussions around mental health, numerous local organizations encourage those struggling mentally to seek professional help. But some  encounter barriers along the way

11 months ago
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DNA analysis of Beethoven's hair provides clues to his death

An international team of researchers who sequenced Beethoven's genome using authenticated locks of his hair may now have some answers.

11 months ago
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Ukraine soldiers ride out war stress with horse therapy

A group of Ukrainian soldiers are taking a break from battle with a session of hippotherapy -- using riding and contact with horses for therapeutic effect.

11 months ago
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'Ted Lasso' actors visit White House to promote mental health

The cast of hit comedy series Ted Lasso was meeting President Joe Biden on Monday to promote mental health awareness.

11 months ago
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Free of charge: Local soccer club gives underprivileged kids chance to play

Moved to do good for the community, a married couple founded a soccer club for underprivileged kids to play in for free.

1 year ago
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The technology fighting Rwanda's silent killer of women

When Rwandan villager Lillian was diagnosed with cervical cancer, she feared that her life was over. But a new gadget offered her hope.

1 year ago
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Indonesian single mother wins bodybuilding contest

A Jakarta working mother becomes a champion at the NPC Singapore Showdown bodybuilding contest   

1 year ago
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11-minute daily walk could prevent one in 10 early deaths: study

Physical activity is known to reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer and other leading causes of death, but exactly how much is needed to have an impact has been unclear.

1 year ago
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Hard fight: Combatting childhood cancer in Indonesia

Experts share practical tips on how to look out for and fight cancer in Indonesian children.  

1 year ago
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Flowers and face masks as Chinese tourists return to Thailand

Chinese tourists bounded back into Thailand on Monday after Beijing eased travel rules.

1 year ago
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New initiatives seek to improve cancer detection and treatment in Indonesia

A public-private partnership has resulted in three new programs to improve the diagnosis and treatment of cancer in the country. 

1 year ago
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Expert tips: How to reduce skin problems from face masks and hand sanitizer usage

Dermatologists talk about how to protect the skin while taking preventive measures against COVID-19.

1 year ago