Health Articles
Breastfeeding – Breast milk and other benefits
Breast milk contains the right balance of nutrients for the baby during the first six months of life. As the baby grows, the nutrients in the breast milk change. This fulfills the baby’s changing nutritional needs.
Glycemic Index – Is It a Good Barometer for a Healthy Diet?
Ever since sugar became the new evil of various medical conditions, an index of how different food products affect our blood sugar sounded like the much-awaited silver bullet for dietitians. However, is glycemic index really a reliable healthy diet scale?
Understanding headaches and when to seek treatment
Headaches are extremely common. Almost everyone would have experienced headache at some point. It can occur in any part of the head, both sides of the…
Learn how you can manage migraine attacks
Symptoms of migraines. Factors triggering a migraine attack. Diagnosing and treating migraines.
Caring for Your Skin Under the Sun
As the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays damage our skin significantly over time, it is important to wear sunscreen every day, even on cloudy days.
Why should I still take my flu vaccine?
5 myths to debunk about flu vaccines With the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, it may seem like the only vaccination to prioritise is the Covid-19 vaccine….
What you should know about a mammogram
According to the Singapore Cancer Society, breast cancer is the most common cancer occurring among women in Singapore with over 2,000 women annually diagnosed with…
5 Reasons to Get Vaccinated for HPV
The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is a vaccine that helps to protect against the strains of HPV, which is one of the most common sexually…
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…
How to prevent oral & skin problems from mask-wearing
The pandemic has proliferated a new staple accessory in our daily wardrobe – face masks. Whether you prefer to don on surgical masks or washable…