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Ear Infections
Ear infections are a simplified term for Otitis Media, which is an infection of the middle ear. It involves the air-filled space behind the eardrum
Dementia in the Asian Elderly Population
Dementia is a syndrome characterised by the deterioration in memory, thinking, behaviour, and the ability to perform everyday activities. It is the major cause of
Alzheimer’s Disease: Why Does It Happen?
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a degenerative disorder of the brain, characterised commonly by progressive memory loss, cognitive deficit (reduced mental capacity to reason, make judgements)
Gastroenteritis – Management & Prevention
Gastroenteritis is a condition caused by infection and inflammation of the digestive system. Common and usual symptoms are abdominal cramps, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and occasionally
Shingles: Adult Chickenpox?
Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a painful rash caused by varicella zoster virus (VZV), the same virus responsible for Chickenpox. After recovery from Chickenpox, VZV
Psychosis: Understanding What It Is
The World Health Organisation (WHO) describes psychosis as a “condition that affects a person’s mind and distorts how they think and understand the world around
Allergic Rhinitis: Symptoms, Prevention & Treatment
In Asia, the prevalence of allergic rhinitis mainly depends on the geographical location and population. Research has shown that the greatest factor to developing allergic
Nutritional Deficiencies
Nutritional deficiencies occur when the body lacks certain micronutrients i.e. vitamins and/or minerals. Micronutrients are vital to life in many ways e.g.: Optimal growth and
Alcohol Consumption and Disease Complications
Alcoholic beverages like beers, wines and spirits contain ethanol, a strong psychoactive agent which can acutely affect our perception, mood, consciousness, cognition, or behaviour. It
Parkinson’s Disease: Symptoms and Management
Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder of the brain leading to the death of dopamine-producing cells. The resultant decrease in dopamine levels causes trembling stiffness
Ayurveda: How To Practice It In Your Daily Life?
For those familiar with the ancient Indian practice of Ayurveda, the first thought that comes to mind when you think of this term is herbs
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