Cardiovascular Disease

Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) refers to a group of disorders affecting the heart and blood vessels. It can be managed through lifestyle changes, medication and regular screenings.

Understanding the Condition

Heart Failure - Myths

Some myths about heart failure.

Heart Health — Basic Dietary Guidelines

The following guidelines for healthy eating will help you maintain your heart health.

Heart Rhythm Disorder (Arrhythmia)

Heart arrhythmia, also known as irregular heartbeat, could be harmless or it could mean a serious problem that needs medical treatment.

Heart Failure - Monitoring Fluid and Salt Intake

Taking too much fluids and salt (sodium) in your diet will cause fluid to build up in your body and worsen the symptoms of heart failure.

Heart Failure - Signs, Symptoms and Diagnosis

Learn how to recognise the signs and symptoms of heart failure and get a professional diagnosis to detect congestive heart failure.

Heart Failure - Medication

It’s important to take heart failure medicines to maintain your health and prevent future incidents of heart failure.

Heart Failure – Regular Exercise and Physical Activity

It’s important to lead an active lifestyle and engage in regular physical activity. Consult your doctor to find a suitable workout to keep fit and healthy.

Heart Failure Treatments

There are many options when it comes to heart failure treatments. Find out more open-heart surgery and treatments for heart failure.

Heart Failure: Multiple Chronic Conditions

A study on heart failure patients in Asia has identified patterns of chronic conditions like hypertension and coronary artery disease.

Heart Failure - Daily Activity and Work

Having experienced heart failure, it is important that you make gradual changes such as adopting a healthy lifestyle to improve your heart health.

Carotid Artery Disease

Learn more about the effects of blockages of blood supply to the brain.

Heart Failure - Alcohol and Smoking

Alcohol and smoking will worsen the condition of heart failure, so it is essential that people with heart failure reduce their alcohol intake and quit smoking.

Heart Failure - Monitoring Weight and Blood Pressure

A rapid weight gain may be a sign that you are retaining fluid or that your heart failure condition is getting worse. You can gain weight without experiencing any signs of swelling. So, it is important for you to monitor your weight every day.

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Heart Failure - Keeping to a Healthy Diet

A healthy diet and healthy eating habits will help you attain a healthy weight and improve your heart health.

Heart Disease in Women

In Singapore, heart disease — particularly coronary artery disease — is the top cause of death among women.

Heart Failure - Managing Stress and Intimacy

Managing stress is also an important part of managing your heart condition.

Lifestyle Management

Diabetes and Heart Disease

Patients with diabetes have a higher risk of developing heart disease. Health screening can help lower the risk of heart disease.

Stop Smoking and Reap the Benefits of a Smoke-Free Life!

You’ve worked out your motivations to quit smoking. Now, let’s look at the benefits of quitting smoking!

Quit Smoking: Stubbing Out the Myths

Discover the truth about quitting smoking! Learn how your health improves over time and debunk myths today.

Stay Smoke-Free and Avoid a Smoking Relapse

You’ve put out your last cigarette — congrats! Here are some tips to help you avoid a smoking relapse, stay smoke-free and level up from “quitter” to “ex-smoker”.