Health Articles
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.
Common Yoga Injuries and How to Avoid Them
Overstretching of the joints, muscle and tendon strains are common yoga-related injuries, according to our Orthopaedic specialists. As with any physical activity, the safest approach to yoga is to learn how to practise the asanas properly and to stay in tune with your body to avoid overdoing it.
Exercises for your body type
Choosing the right exercise for your body type may be the more effective way of achieving your weight loss or weight gain goals. Mr Lim Hun Teck, Principal Physiotherapist at Raffles Physiotherapy Centre, shares with us the recommended exercises for the different body types.
What are the differences between Sinovac and mRNA vaccines?
The Sinovac COVID-19 vaccine has been approved by the World Health Organisation (WHO) for emergency-use-listing (EUL). Based on the WHO’s EUL assessment, Sinovac has been found to meet international standards…
Five Things to Know About the Sinovac Vaccine
Starting from 1 June 2021, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has approved the use of the Sinovac-CoronaVac COVID-19 vaccine under its Emergency-Use-Listing (EUL). This means that Sinovac vaccine has been…
Covid-19 variants: The B.1.617 strain Common Questions Asked
Genetic variants of SARS-CoV-2 have been emerging and circulating around the world throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. 6 common questions asked, read on to find out more.
Celebrating Eid in a Safe and Healthy Way
The elderly are particular vulnerable in this period due to their weakened immune systems and prevalence of chronic illness. Here are some tips for an older person on how to stay safe and remain healthy during Eid.