Japan is determined to speed up the availability of new cancer treatments. These treatments offer better outcomes than existing options. To make this happen, countries use special pathways to quicken the approval process. This is known as expedited approval. A study compared the speed of drug ap
Adolescents with mental health issues often struggle with communication and social interaction. This is where virtual reality (VR) steps in. VR is becoming a popular tool in mental health care. It offers a safe and controlled environment for social interaction and therapy. In Japan, a unique tel
Asciminib is a drug that has been making waves in the treatment of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). The ASC4FIRST study is a phase III trial that compared asciminib with other tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) chosen by doctors. The results were impressive, showing that asciminib was more effective
In a move to boost electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, Japan is mulling over a new strategy. The plan? Offer financial help for setting up charging spots for Tesla cars. This is all part of ongoing trade talks with the United States. Right now, Japan gives money to help install charging points for
Japan's farm minister, Taku Eto, found himself in hot water after a joke about rice went awry. At a local event, he casually mentioned that he never had to buy rice because his supporters gifted him plenty. This comment sparked outrage, especially in a country grappling with a cost-of-living crisis.
Follicular lymphoma (FL) is a significant health issue in Japan, the United States, and Western Europe. It stands as the second most frequent type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). Parsaclisib is a drug that targets a specific pathway in cancer cells. It has shown promise in earlier tests with patients
Japan is home to many older adults who live independently. A recent study looked into what makes these seniors feel good about their lives, even when they don't have many social activities. The study focused on a group of 1, 183 people aged 65 and above. The goal was to figure out what factors co
Japan's stock market had a thrilling day recently. Shares in many companies skyrocketed. Why? Because Toyota, the giant carmaker, announced a massive plan. They want to take their parts-making subsidiary, Toyota Industries, private. This move could be worth a staggering 42 billion dollars. It's a hu
In March 2024, a symposium brought together Japanese and Western experts to discuss how each culture views and handles psychotrauma. This event highlighted the differences in how trauma is understood and managed in Japan and the West. Japan has faced its share of psychological trauma. From World
In Japan, the use of Personal Health Records (PHRs) is on the rise. These digital records store personal health data, making it easier for people to manage their health information. However, for PHRs to work well, people need to be comfortable sharing their health data. This comfort level varies gre
