After days of nail-biting, the dreaded diagnosis is out: it’s cancer, your doctor says. As you struggle to digest this life-changing news, he is already telling you about the expensive or newer experimental treatment he has in mind. You quietly ask yourself: Should I seek a second opinion?
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Making decisions based on fake medical news can harm your health. Recognise falsehoods with pro tips from Singapore’s Director of Medical Services Kenneth Mak.
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Do you have qualms about Covid-19 vaccine safety and efficacy? This article dispels the most common myths about Covid-19 vaccines in detail.
Are there benefits to drinking coconut juice during pregnancy?
Even though coconut juice is touted to have many benefits, pregnant mothers should drink it in moderation as it is high in sugar.
How do shingles develop and is it because of “heatiness”?
Shingles is a viral infection causing painful skin rashes and blistering, occurring only in people who have been previously infected with chickenpox.
Foot care for people with diabetes
People with diabetes must pay close attention to their feet and exercise proper foot care to prevent minor injuries from developing into major complications.
Is it safe to eat raw foods during pregnancy?
Discover the risks of eating raw foods while pregnant, especially during the first trimester, and learn how to avoid food poisoning.
What you need to know about Caesarean sections (C-sections)
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Experiencing abnormal vaginal bleeding? Call your gynae, now
Menstrual irregularities or postmenopausal vaginal bleeding are typical warning signs of dysfunction in the female reproductive system.