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Dealing With Bed Bugs
Apart from Itchy welts, bed bugs can also cause emotional distress. Learn how to get rid of bed bugs before you end up with a bed bug infestation.
Q&A: Skin Bumps
Why do skin bumps form? What is the underlying skin condition that causes these bumps? Find out more.
How to Protect Yourself Against the Haze
Learn when is it best to wear and N95 mask and how to understand PSI readings when it comes to haze
Q&A: Spicy Food and Big Appetite
Find answers to medical questions from experts about coping with spicy food and a big appetite.
Q&A: Why We Experience Food Coma and How Healthy Eating Habits Help
Find answers to medical questions from experts about food coma. And learn how a balanced diet and healthy eating habits like having more fruits and vegetables can help!
Q&A: Why Am I Always Sleepy
Even after sleeping a good eight hours, some of us still feel sleepy during the day. Why is that? Learn firsthand from a doctor about sleep quality and sleep patterns which may be causing excessive daytime sleepiness.
Health Conditions
Preventing HPV infection: HPV Vaccination
The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine or HPV vaccination significantly reduces a woman’s risk of developing cervical cancer, one of the most common cancers for women in Singapore.
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is present all year round in Singapore with seasonal outbreaks every year. Outbreaks do occur in childcare centres, kindergartens, and schools. Although usually a mild disease, it has been associated with fatalities usually due to complications involving the heart and nervous system (e.g. encephalitis).
Fever in Children
Spot the symptoms of fever in your child and learn when a fever is too high. Read on to find out the causes of fever in children, and what you can do to bring it down.
Tuberculosis
A once-deadly disease, tuberculosis can now be treated. Learn about the signs and symptoms of TB, how the disease is treated, how to restrict the spread of TB, and more.
Medications, Devices & Treatments
Paracetamol 450mg, Orphenadrine 35mg
A combination of paracetamol and orphenadrine is commonly used to treat muscle pain. Learn how to use the medication, its common side effects, special precautions to watch out for, and more.
Well-being & Lifestyle
Recommended Dietary Allowances
The Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) refer to the recommended daily levels of nutrients to meet the needs of nearly all healthy individuals in a particular age and gender group
How Many Calories Do I Need A Day?
If you're not already aware of your daily calorie intake, it’s time to start! Consuming more than you need will lead to weight gain. The recommended daily calorie intake for men and women are different.
Banish Nasty Nibbles With Healthy Snacks
Eating between meals need not be a diet no-no – if you choose your snacks wisely.
Canola Oil, Olive Oil, Soybean Oil - How to choose Cooking Oil?
Get the facts about fat and find out how different types of cooking oil affect the nutrition of your meal.
Strengthen Your Core With Effective Home Workouts
Core muscles support your spine. Try these 4 core strengthening exercises at home to improve your balance and prevent back pain.
All You Need to Know About Childhood Immunisations
To prevent diseases such as measles and mumps, babies are vaccinated according to the Childhood Immunisation Schedule from birth to 12-years-old.
Support & Tools
Blood Glucose Meter to Monitor Blood Sugar Levels
Worried about diabetes or being pre-diabetic? Read on about the importance of a blood glucose monitoring system, and how to use a blood glucose meter to manage blood sugar levels at home.
MediShield Life
Medishield Life insurance is health insurance coverage for Singapore citizens and Permanent Residents. What does MediShield Life insurance cover? Read on.
Vaccination Clinic
Find out more about National Healthcare Group Polyclinics (NHGP) Vaccination Clinic.
Women Health Services
Read on to find out more about the health services available at women’s clinics in Singapore.
Community Health Assist Scheme (CHAS)
With a CHAS card, all Singapore citizens can receive subsidies for medical care at participating general practitioner and dental clinics near their homes.
Apply for Medical Information
Tan Tock Seng Hospital explains how to request a medical report.