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Prostate cancer often develops silently, making regular screenings crucial for early detection and treatment. Understanding symptoms and risk factors like genetics and lifestyle, and prioritising early detection can save lives.
Virat Kohli’s vegetarian diet since 2018 had boosted his performance and health. What can we learn from the diet that fuelled his legendary cricket career? Disclaimer: Individual nutrition needs vary – consult a healthcare professional for specific dietary advice.
Singapore’s HPB partners with Google and Abbott on tech-driven programmes like HealthTrack SG and DigiCoach, using wearables and real-time insights to help manage diabetes and hypertension. These pilots focus on prevention and scalable solutions for better health outcomes.
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Watching an intense sporting event, such as Indonesian Badminton Star Gregoria Mariska Tunjung’s matches at the 2024 Olympics, can trigger an increase in heart rate and feelings of nervousness.
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Learn about #My1stProstateCheck, 365 Cancer Prevention Society’s free prostate cancer screening campaign, offering early detection and support for at-risk men.
Prostate cancer often develops silently, making regular screenings crucial for early detection and treatment. Understanding symptoms and risk factors like genetics and lifestyle, and prioritising early detection can save lives.
Women's Health
Breast cancer is the leading cancer among women in Singapore, but only 21.5% of Malay women aged 50-69 get screened. Survivor Eryannie, alongside the Breast Cancer Foundation, she’s raising awareness to dispel fears and misconceptions about mammograms.
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Cancer
Prostate cancer often develops silently, making regular screenings crucial for early detection and treatment. Understanding symptoms and risk factors like genetics and lifestyle, and prioritising early detection can save lives.
“It’s Better to Know Early”: Malay Women in Singapore Face Lowest Breast Cancer Screening Rates
Breast cancer is the leading cancer among women in Singapore, but only 21.5% of Malay women aged 50-69 get screened. Survivor Eryannie, alongside the Breast Cancer Foundation, she’s raising awareness to dispel fears and misconceptions about mammograms.
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