Sugar and Inflammation: The Not-so-sweet Connection
Sweetness has an almost universal appeal, and foods that contain sugar make them more appetising. While our love hate relationship with sugar could be our daily struggle, Ms Bibi Chia, Principal Dietitian, Raffles Diabetes & Endocrine Centre, shares why having too much of it can cause inflammation to your body, and how to start an anti-inflammatory […]
Staying Protected with the Pneumococcal Vaccine
Pneumococcal vaccination is an important preventive measure that substantially reduces the burden of pneumococcal disease in vaccinated individuals and in the population. Pneumococcal disease, caused by the bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, includes infection of the lungs (pneumonia), ear (otitis media), brain (meningitis), blood (bacteremia), and other serious infections. Pneumococcal vaccination is a routine part of infant and childhood […]
Is my vaginal discharge normal?
Vaginal discharge is a fluid or mucus from the vagina and is a natural occurrence critical for female reproductive health. Under the influence of female hormones, estrogen, skin cells in the vagina and cervix produce vagina discharge. Is my vaginal discharge normal? There are many different types of vaginal discharge. The varying types are a […]
Your Pregnancy Journey: Tips for Mothers-to-be
Pregnancy marks the beginning of a lifelong adventure – nine precious months before welcoming a new member into your family. This nine-month long journey to motherhood is a unique experience for every woman, with new changes every trimester. For new mothers-to-be, these changes can seem daunting and stressful, it could also bring about new challenges […]
What you should know about a mammogram
Breast cancer is currently the most common cancer among Vietnamese women. Rates of women with breast cancer have increased rapidly in recent years in Vietnam, with over 10,000 new patients contracting the disease every year. While this statistic is daunting, early detection increases the chance of survival of breast cancer and leads to better patient outcomes. […]
Importance of Early Diagnosis for Dementia
Case Study: Mdm S is a 72-year-old retired secretary. She has a history of diabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol. She has recently lost her husband to cancer. She lives with her son, daughter-in-law and their two children. Recently, she started a volunteer job at a nursing home. A family friend who works in the same […]
Step by Step: Your Child’s Development
First, you are worried about your child’s growth and development. But before you know it, your child is heading to a childcare centre, followed by pre-school and soon preparing for primary school. You start worrying if your child is getting along with others, if his playtime is adequate or if he should be attending enrichment […]
How to Get Children to Kick Bad Habits
Bad habits can be found in both children and adults. I’d prefer not to label them as “bad” in early childhood as they are predominantly self-soothing and evolve from the primitive reflexes. It can be deemed ‘bad’ when they have come of age and they are unable to shake off the habit. Thumb and fingernail […]
When to bring your child to the Accident & Emergency department?
Any parent can identify with the stress and anxiety of having to care for a sick child especially when it comes to child health emergencies. For any parent, a key contributor of stress is knowing when it is appropriate to bring a child to the Accident & Emergency (A&E) 24 hour clinic department. For new parents, knowledge […]
How to Care for Your Children’s Skin
Common Skincare Problems in Children – What Parents Need to Know Children have more delicate and sensitive skin than adults. As parents, it is important to know how to care for your children’s skin, so that their skin will be healthy as they age. General Skincare Tips for Everyone Limit time spent in direct sunlight […]
