Pneumonia can be deadly for those with weak immunity

June 20, 2016

A COMMON condition, pneumonia can turn deadly for the elderly and those with weakened immune systems. It is a common medical condition that can clear up on its own or with a course of antibiotics. But pneumonia can easily turn... more »

Drug to protect against Parkinson’s disease being tested

June 6, 2016

A NATURALLY existing compound, palm tocotrienol, which promises to protect against Parkinson’s and other neurological diseases, is being tested here now. The National Neuroscience Institute (NNI) is testing the substance, which is currently already available in a pill form. NNI... more »

Cancer myths debunked

April 4, 2016

WITH so much information readily available on cancer, it is difficult to tell fact from fiction. Dr Faye Lim, Consultant, Division of Radiation Oncology, National Cancer Centre Singapore, helps debunk some common myths. Regular checkups and medical technology can... more »

Cancer patients get holistic care from professional team

March 21, 2016

HEAD neck cancers are devastating for patients, because surgery can mean the loss of a vital function such as speech, and some disfigurement. A multi-disciplinary team can better prepare patients for surgery and provide comprehensive, customised care, while taking their... more »

Traditional Chinese Medicine herbs with aspirin? No problem!

February 29, 2016

STUDY suggests three commonly used herbal supplements may be safe to use with aspirin after all Turmeric, and danggui (Chinese angelica) are two frequently used herbs in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for their “blood-activating” or anti-clotting properties, while another, ginseng,... more »

CT scans made safer for patients

April 27, 2015

A SINGHEALTH team has found a way to reduce radiation in CT brain scans, making it safer for patients Medical scans such as x-rays and computerised tomography (CT) scans, which are used for injury, illness or regular medical check-ups, bring... more »

Less invasive defibrillator reduces risk of sudden cardiac death

March 30, 2015

PATIENTS with abnormal heart rhythms now have a less invasive option to save them from sudden cardiac death. Known as the subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillator system (S-ICD), this life-saving procedure was introduced by doctors at the National Heart Centre Singapore... more »

Cervical infection related to sexual behaviour, smoking, education

March 16, 2015

STUDY finds HPV infection rate – especially of high-risk types – highest among healthy 20- to 24-year-old Chinese women. If you are young, Chinese, smoke and have multiple sexual partners, getting a vaccination against an HPV infection of the cervix,... more »

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