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How games can inform, educate and raise awareness

Using fun elements such as challenges, goals and rewards, games are playing a significant role in learning, lifestyle management and disease awareness.

The battle to reduce road deaths

In the move to a more sustainable and safer future, tackling road accident injuries and fatalities will require a more concerted effort.

The ‘scamdemic’ affecting everyone

Cyber scams are rising globally, targeting the vulnerable, especially youth. Understanding tactics and regional efforts is key to a safer cyberspace.

Confronting India’s silent killer

Preventing silicosis demands integrating technological, public health and sustainable livelihood solutions.

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Healthier employees make better workplaces

Countries can conduct research to reveal employees’ specific strengths and weaknesses to implement tailormade and holistic wellness programmes.

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Cultural norms and combating sexual harassment in Malaysia

Traditional gender roles that emphasise male authority and female submissiveness are stumbling blocks.

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Environmental carcinogens threaten our wellbeing

The increase in cancer rates globally has been linked to prolonged exposure to environmental contaminants.

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Asbestos: Singapore’s toxic past is catching up with it

The number of cancer cases in Singapore is on the rise even though the hazardous material was banned more than 30 years ago.

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Cancer: the hidden hazard in India’s construction industry

Construction work has been linked to many types of cancer. But more research is needed to understand what causes these conditions and how to best prevent them.

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How physiotherapy can help with sports concussions

A step-by-step plan should be developed to safely return to sports, work or school after all symptoms have resolved, with regular follow-ups.

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The big gender issues facing the Pacific

The plight of women in the Pacific is well documented. A recent conference in the Pacific has made important strides forward.

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Small farms the key to Malaysia’s palm oil sustainability

Supporting Malaysia’s smallholder farmers with technology and policy can ensure a sustainable palm oil industry.

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Under Delhi’s mountains of waste lie buried a grim social reality

Three huge landfills on Delhi’s periphery are at once eyesores and markers of unsustainable consumption.

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Covert allies: How multinationals choose sides on LGBT rights in Indonesia

When policies supporting LGBT staff clash with local realities, some companies back down, while others find a way to bridge the divide.

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How games can inform, educate and raise awareness

The battle to reduce road deaths

The ‘scamdemic’ affecting everyone

Confronting India’s silent killer

Healthier employees make better workplaces

Cultural norms and combating sexual harassment in Malaysia

Environmental carcinogens threaten our wellbeing

Asbestos: Singapore’s toxic past is catching up with it

Cancer: the hidden hazard in India’s construction industry

How physiotherapy can help with sports concussions

The big gender issues facing the Pacific

Small farms the key to Malaysia’s palm oil sustainability

Under Delhi’s mountains of waste lie buried a grim social reality

Covert allies: How multinationals choose sides on LGBT rights in Indonesia

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