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Health experts are raising alarms over the increasing incidence of liver disease in the country, urging Filipinos to adopt healthier lifestyles through disciplined eating and regular exercise.

Scientists have developed an innovative method for moving objects with sound, which could revolutionise applications in medicine.  Researchers at the…

As the world shifts its focus from the immediate threat of the COVID-19 pandemic, another health concern, often silent but equally impactful, is gaining prominence. Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD), recognised as the “silent epidemic,” has emerged as a significant global health issue, affecting an estimated 38% of the world’s population.

The tragic death of Hoon Thing Leong, affectionately known as the “coffee shop king” and founder of Singapore’s Kim San Leng coffee shop chain, draws attention to the potential complications associated with liver biopsies, especially in patients with pre-existing medical conditions. Hoon died due to a massive haemorrhage following a liver biopsy, a risk that was escalated by his advanced lymphoma condition.

Recently, a group of scientists in Japan has concluded that the Japanese diet can slow the progression of NAFLD

The liver is responsible for various important bodily functions. Liver function tests can help detect liver problems. Read on to know more

Speaker:  Dr Lee Guan Huei 李冠辉, Senior Consultant, Gastroenterology, NUH Sponsors/Organising parties:  365 Cancer Prevention Society (365CPS), Singapore National University…

Speaker:  Dr Lee Guan Huei 李冠辉, Senior Consultant, Gastroenterology, NUH Sponsors/Organising parties:  365 Cancer Prevention Society (365CPS), Singapore National University…

It is Liver Cancer Awareness Month this October and we would like to bring your attention to this cancer that…

Getting your annual health check is important for catching any potential issues early. But making the most of it means understanding what all those numbers and medical words really mean. Proactive healthcare begins with understanding your health screening results!