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Pasteur Institute of Cambodia (IPC) Announces a Major Turning Point for Cambodian Rice and Pepper Exporters
From now on, ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited analyses for pesticide residues in these flagship products, as well as heavy metals in water, are available locally.

Editorial team
21 minutes ago2 min read


Eating Street Food in Cambodia: Risks and Realities
Eating in the street in Cambodia is part of the daily landscape and habits of many Asian cities. While the exotic experience is tempting for tourists and residents alike, the recurring question is: what are the risks of eating from the many street stalls and mobile vendors so abundant in the capital?

Christophe Gargiulo
3 days ago3 min read


Cambodia Bans Three Lots of Babybio Infant Formula Over Suspected Bacterial Toxin Contamination
The Cambodian authorities announced last week the immediate ban on the sale and distribution of three batches of Babybio Optima 1 infant milk formula, following the potential detection of contamination by cereulide toxin, a dangerous bacterial substance that can cause severe digestive disorders.

Editorial team
Feb 22 min read


Cambodia Issues Preventive Guidelines Against Nipah Virus Threat
The Cambodian Ministry of Health has recently released new public guidelines to strengthen prevention against the Nipah virus (NiV), a rare but potentially fatal zoonosis transmitted by fruit bats and certain livestock animals.

Editorial team
Jan 292 min read


Building Trust for Cambodia’s Digital Health Future: Insights from the EuroCham Healthcare Forum 2025
Among the standout voices of the event, the intervention of Mr. Oudam Rony, expert in regulation and digital innovation (BNC), captured particular attention for the clarity of his analysis and the strategic depth of his insights.

La Rédaction
Jan 283 min read


Green Embassy: France’s Commitment to Sustainable Diplomacy
Launched in 2015 ahead of COP21, the national “Green Embassy” project of the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs aims to reduce the environmental footprint of France’s 163 embassies around the world. Its goals include achieving carbon neutrality and promoting sustainable practices in energy, water, waste, and biodiversity management.

Editorial team
Jan 282 min read


A Royal Gesture of Solidarity: King Norodom Sihamoni Visits Wounded Frontline Soldiers
Last weekend, His Majesty Preah Bat Samdech Preah Boromneath Norodom Sihamoni, King of Cambodia, paid a visit of comfort and support to wounded frontline soldiers receiving treatment at Preah Ket Mealea Hospital in Phnom Penh.

Editorial team
Jan 161 min read


Leading with Care: An Interview with Leakvilom Long, COO of Ucare Pharmacy
With 17 years of experience at Ucare Pharmacy, Leakvilom Long has witnessed and shaped the evolution of Cambodia’s leading pharmacy chain. From her early days as a cosmetic advisor to her current role as Chief Operating Officer, she has been instrumental in building a culture of trust, professionalism, and customer care across 28 outlets nationwide. In this interview, she shares insights on what makes Ucare Pharmacy stand out, how technology is transforming the customer exper

Editorial team
Jan 64 min read


Cambodia & Pathways: Arya, Beauty as a Passport Between Two Worlds
Established in Phnom Penh for more than fifteen years, Arya Vong Kim embodies a life shaped by exile, resilience, and the pursuit of excellence in the art of beauty. Born in Cambodia, a refugee in France at the age of two and a half, she has become one of the country’s most respected hairdressers and colorists, while training a new generation of Cambodian professionals.

Coin Beauté
Jan 54 min read


Vitamins and Dietary Supplements from Ucare Pharmacy in Cambodia: A Tailored Response to Tropical Climates and Athletic Performance
Vitamins and dietary supplements from Ucare Pharmacy in Cambodia provide an ideal response to the challenges of hot, intense climates, while also supporting athletes in their day-to-day performance.

Editorial team
Jan 43 min read


Somroh Aloe: A New Economic Sector for Aloe Vera in Cambodia
Somroh Aloe is emerging as a promising family-led business in the organic cultivation and marketing of aloe vera in Cambodia. Founded by French entrepreneur Nicolas Legroux and his Cambodian partner Lyda, the venture is based in Akrey Ksat, Kandal Province, near Phnom Penh, and targets urban consumers seeking fresh, natural products.

Sofiia Chaban
Dec 18, 20252 min read


When the Pharmacy Becomes a Key Player in Fighting Acne:An Inspiring Master Class in Yangon
At Yangon, a new wave of energy has just swept through the pharmaceutical community: 120 health professionals — mostly pharmacists — gathered for an exceptional Master Class dedicated to managing acne in pharmacies

Coin Beauté
Dec 15, 20251 min read


Royal Aid and Humanitarian Mobilization: Helping Displaced Families from Border Areas
The Cambodian Red Cross (CRC), led by Samdech Kittiprittpundit Bun Rany Hun Sen, launched an emergency relief operation to support thousands of families forced to flee their homes due to ongoing tensions along the Cambodia–Thailand border.

Editorial team
Dec 12, 20252 min read


When the science of skincare meets education: Bioderma continues its health mission at the heart of the Happy Chandara campus
Every year, the Happy Chandara campus in Phnom Penh welcomes the medical and dermatology team of Bioderma — a renowned brand of the NAOS group, celebrated for its expertise in skin biology.

Coin Beauté
Dec 10, 20251 min read


Luxury, Charm and Beauty in Phnom Penh: Launch of Nuxe in Cambodia
It was in the gardens of the Topaz — transformed for the occasion into a true luxury studio — that last Friday evening took place the official launch of the partnership between Mintha Care and the Ucare pharmacy network for the exclusive distribution of the prestigious French brand Nuxe.

Coin Beauté
Dec 8, 20253 min read


Energy Drinks in Schools: Cambodia Faces a Silent Diabetes Epidemic
In a country where youth make up 60% of the population, the Cambodian Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports (MoEYS) is reiterating its strict ban on the sale and distribution of energy drinks in schools, in response to a alarming rise in diabetes among children.

Editorial team
Dec 3, 20252 min read


Cambodia & Health : from numbers to impact, a CFO's perspective on growth at Ucare pharmacy
Over the past five years, Ucare pharmacy's chief financial officer has become a cornerstone of the company's strategic engine—bringing structure, clarity, and forward momentum to one of cambodia's fastest-growing healthcare brands.

Partenaire Presse
Nov 26, 20254 min read


Cambodia: Strengthening Partnership Between the Ministry of Health and WFP for Sustainable Nutrition and the Fight Against Non-Communicable Diseases
The Ministry of Health of Cambodia and the World Food Programme (WFP) have formalized an expanded technical cooperation framework aimed at strengthening national nutrition systems and intensifying the fight against non-communicable diseases (NCDs), such as heart diseases, diabetes, or strokes, which heavily impact public health in Cambodia.

Editorial team
Nov 25, 20252 min read


Ucare Pharmacy in Koh Pich: "A key initiative to support the growth of Phnom Penh," says Pascal Catry
La matinée de ce lundi 17 novembre 2025 à Koh Pich, Phnom Penh, a été marquée par l’ouverture officielle d’une nouvelle pharmacie Ucare, un événement salué par une communauté en pleine croissance et l'un des principaux acteurs de la santé urbaine au Cambodge.

Christophe Gargiulo
Nov 17, 20254 min read


MC Lisha, pioneer of Cambodian rap, fights against tuberculosis: an urgent call for solidarity
Jessica Srin, better known by her stage name MC Lisha, is an iconic figure in Cambodian rap and one of the first women to make a mark in this male-dominated musical field. However, behind her fame, the young artist is going through a critical ordeal today: she is fighting tuberculosis, a disease that threatens her life and requires urgent medical care.

Editorial team
Nov 12, 20252 min read


Health & Kantha Bopha: An Outstanding Solidarity Momentum in the Third Quarter
The Kantha Bopha hospitals in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, renowned for their commitment to providing free medical care to children, saw their Foundation receive an impressive sum of 4,493,950 dollars during the third quarter of 2025.

Editorial team
Nov 10, 20253 min read


Breast Cancer in Cambodia: Prevention, Screening, and Solidarity Art
In a call to action for women's health, Overseas Cambodian Investment Corporation (OCIC) and Intercare Hospital, in partnership with Douleurs Sans Frontières Cambodia (DSF Cambodia), the Institute of Research for Development (IRD), Toutes à l’École Cambodia, and the Royal University of Fine Arts (RUFA), organized at Connexion, Koh Pich, an awareness event on breast cancer with the theme: "Early screening offers the best chance to cure breast cancer."

Editorial team
Nov 5, 20253 min read


EuroCham Forum: The Digital Ambition for Healthcare in Cambodia
On October 30, 2025, Phnom Penh established itself as the nerve center of health innovation by hosting the EuroCham Healthcare Forum & Innovation Exhibition 2025 at SUN & MOON Riverside.

Editorial team
Nov 2, 20253 min read


Cambodia & EuroCham Forum: Digital Revolution Necessary for Healthcare Accessible to All
His Excellency Dr. Lo Veasnakiry, Secretary of State in charge of health policy, financing, and digital health at the Ministry of Health of Cambodia, solemnly opened the recent Healthcare and Innovation Exhibition 2025 Forum organized by EuroCham in Phnom Penh.

Editorial team
Nov 2, 20252 min read
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