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Breast cancer is the leading cancer among Southeast Asian women, but early detection through mammograms can significantly improve treatment outcomes. Learn when to get screened, how to prepare for a mammogram, and why knowing your body is key to early detection.
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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.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in many countries, including India, and China. Although heart disease is often associated with men, women are just as likely to develop the condition. It’s crucial for women to understand the risk factors for heart disease and take steps to maintain cardiovascular health.
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She eventually found out he developed genital psoriasis as a result of a traumatic brain injury. Despite a strong emotional connection, the couple faced increasing tension due to a significant lack of physical intimacy. The husband, a 41-year-old hardworking man, had been avoiding sexual contact, leading his wife to question whether their marriage could survive this hurdle.
The Singapore Medical Council (SMC) has suspended Dr Yeo Khee Hong, a veteran doctor with 42 years of experience, for one year due to professional misconduct. This suspension follows a misdiagnosis in 2019 that resulted in a teenage patient losing his testicle.
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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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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.
Breast cancer is the leading cancer among Southeast Asian women, but early detection through mammograms can significantly improve treatment outcomes. Learn when to get screened, how to prepare for a mammogram, and why knowing your body is key to early detection.
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Read MoreStay safe during the rainy season and avoiding food contamination. Learn how moisture increases the risk of food-borne illnesses and follow these expert tips for food hygiene.
The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) issued urgent recalls for the two mooncake brands just days before the Mid-Autumn Festival, due to excessive levels of bacteria found.
The FDA issued a reminder to consumers, cautioning against purchasing or using health products that have been compromised due to submersion in floodwaters.
