Importance of Vaccinations
Have you taken your vaccine? In recent years, the term “vaccine” has become more familiar to our ears. With the importance of vaccination being emphasised, many have taken the initiative to take their vaccines. However, what exactly do vaccines do? And why are they so important? Our body’s immune system To understand the importance of […]
What Parents Need to Know Before Sleep Training Their Child
Parents of young children will likely be familiar with the sleep deprivation that comes with parenthood. If you are the lucky parent of a baby who sleeps through the night within the first few weeks of life, count your blessings! However, if your baby is already a year old, and waking every two to three […]
Benefits of Meal Preparation
Meal prepping is a term that has been trending. It involves preparing meals for the week in advance. This usually involves a lot of preparation and cooking for one day of the week in order to prepare for all other days. It sounds like a daunting task, but it can be both satisfying and healthy […]
Alcohol use and your health
We often get mixed messages about alcohol use. Moderate amounts have been linked to health benefits, but it is also addictive and highly toxic — especially when you drink too much. The truth is that the health effects of alcohol vary between individuals and depend on the amount and type of alcohol consumed. What is […]
Companions of Hypertension
Question: I am diagnosed with hypertension. What is next for me? What are the consequences if my condition is left untreated? Answer: Once a diagnosis of hypertension is confirmed, it is essential to have regular follow up and be monitored by a doctor so that your blood pressure is well controlled. If left untreated for […]
Is Your Teenager Suffering From Low Self-Esteem?
Troubled Teens To teenagers, appearance is a big thing to them. Teenage years are a period when they experience awkwardness and changes to various parts of their bodies. Some will put on weight, develop body odour and crowded teeth, while others have to live with bad acne. Through these sudden and often unpleasant changes, teenagers […]
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 […]
Common Side Effects of Overeating and How to Overcome Them
Chinese New Year is around the corner and this means it is time for reunion dinners. Reunion meals are one of the best moments to foster bonding with our loved ones. Besides, who could resist hotpots and festive snacks? While overeating is common during festive celebrations, one might overlook other health consequences it brings. Before […]
5 Tips to Prevent Tooth Decay
Love to snack? Ever wonder what are the repercussions from unhealthy snacking? Aside from common health issues such as obesity and coronary heart disease, people often forget about the importance of their dental health. Frequent snacking can lead to the formation and progression of dental caries. Caries, more commonly known as cavities or tooth decay, are holes […]
What is Wellness?
Think of wellness and good physical and mental health may come to mind. However, that is not all. Total wellness means overall well-being, which also includes equipping yourself with knowledge and building meaningful social connections to support you at every point in life. Wellness is not a destination. Wellness is a journey. Understanding the Four […]