Health Articles
Fasting during Ramadan: What an older person needs to know
There is no age limit to fasting. An older healthy adult may continue to fast. However, an older person suffering from illness might not be able to fast as it may be more harmful to their health.
Learn Healthy Ramadan Fasting Tips
Fasting during Ramadan carries a high risk of dehydration and low sugar since food and drink are limited to before sunrise and after sunset. We have some tips on how you can fast healthily and safely, also what you can eat during Ramadan.
Sugar and Inflammation: The Not-so-sweet Connection
Our love hate relationship with sugar could be our daily struggle. Do you know too much of it can cause inflammation to your body? Find out how to start an anti-inflammatory diet with Ms Bibi Chia, Principal Dietitian, Raffles Diabetes & Endocrine Centre.
Optimising Your Immunity: The TCM approach
The term ‘superfood’ is a contemporary term. Generally, from the TCM viewpoint, one particular food could be good for one person but not so good for another. How does Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) fit into nutrition? Physician Tay Jia Yin, Raffles Chinese Medicine, to tell us more.
Vaccinations for Adults
Although you may have been vaccinated as a child, the protection from some vaccines can wear off. You may also be at risk for other diseases due to your job, lifestyle, travel or health conditions. Find out why vaccines are safe and what are recommended for the adults.
7 tips to healthy sleep habits for your child
A lack of sleep may affect your children’s concentration, memory and mood. However prolonged sleep deprivation can also lead to obesity and other physical health problems in the longer term.
Here are some tips to ensure sufficient rest for your child.
The impact of COVID-19 on older people
Why should an older person get the COVID vaccine? The global COVID-19 pandemic has affected the whole world infecting over 100 million people and causing 2.5 million deaths as of 27th February 2021. Studies on the pandemic have shown that COVID-19 has a heavy impact on older people.
How Radiotherapy Works
Every cancer treatment plan is different and personalised to each patient, depending on the condition. Learning and understanding about radiotherapy treatments may help you or your loved ones feel more prepared and at ease in your cancer-management journey.
The ultimate guide to your first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine
You might be feeling anxious and having second thoughts on taking the COVID-19 vaccine. Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 is one way to protect ourselves as well as our loved ones. Our Raffles experts share all you need to know before you take your first dose.
Are the mRNA COVID vaccines safe for me?
As with other established vaccines, in rare instances, a person who receives the vaccine may experience severe allergic reactions. What are some possible side effects of the vaccine? Find out how you can manage them in this article.