Health Articles
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
The headache may be primary (nor related to any medical condition), or secondary (a result of an underlying medical condition). Most headaches are primary headaches. They usually get better on their own, or with the help of simple painkillers.
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?
With the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, it may seem like the only vaccination to prioritise is the Covid-19 vaccine. While this may be true, there is still one type of vaccination that you should be considering as a part of your routine health regime – seasonal flu vaccinations.
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
Despite the benefits to the HPV vaccine, there still are some people who are hesitant to take the vaccine or parents who may be concerned about their children receiving the vaccine. Here are five key reasons why you or your child should get vaccinated for HPV.
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…
What is the Definition of Fatigue?
Experiencing occasional fatigue is not abnormal. Taking an honest inventory of things that might be responsible for your fatigue is often the first step toward relief.