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The Zeigarnik Effect – The Psychology of Unfinished Business
The Zeigarnik effect explains how our minds fixate on unfinished work – a mental loop that can boost productivity, or drain your energy if left unchecked.
Adaptive, Empathetic, Transformative: How Nurses Are Redefining Care
Most people think of nurses at the bedside. But what about nurses who prevent hospital visits altogether? A new wave of patient support programmes is reshaping outcomes across Asia Pacific.
Tried Everything for Acne Scars? Fillers Might Help
How do dermal fillers – commonly known for facial rejuvenation – even help to treat acne scars? Here is what the evidence shows about their role in smoothing atrophic scars like boxcar and rolling types.
Jobless, Not Worthless: The Hidden Cost of Retrenchment
A job is not just a paycheck. It is part of who we are, how we spend our days, and how we see ourselves. So when we lose it, the impact is not just financial. It is emotional, social, and psychological.
Obesity: The Missing Link in Singapore’s Heart Health Strategy
Obesity remains one of Singapore’s most neglected heart risk factors, despite its proven link to cardiovascular disease. With stigma and policy lagging behind science, experts argue for urgent, systemic change.
Is Your Skin Routine Missing This One Professional Step?
From acne treatment to skin hydration, cosmetic procedures are increasingly used to support long-term skin health, not just appearance.
What’s the Secret to Achieving True Wellness in Modern Living?
Wellness is not just about workouts or weight. Stress, posture, sleep, and mental health all shape balance. Learn how small daily steps create lasting wellbeing in today’s fast-paced world.
Bringing Smiles on Wheels: Dental Care Goes Mobile for Vulnerable Seniors
The NDCS Mobile Dental Clinic, in partnership with LION Corporation Singapore, brings ongoing oral health services to Singapore’s vulnerable seniors, closing access gaps for ILTC residents through on-site treatment and public-private support.
What Makes Physiotherapy Sessions Effective for Long-Term Health?
Physiotherapy is not just about injuries – it helps build long-term strength, mobility, and resilience; and can benefit everyone from athletes to the elderly.
Why Smart People Still Make Irrational Decisions
From confirmation bias to the halo effect, cognitive biases distort the way we think and act. Here’s how these hidden shortcuts shape our decisions, and what we can do to overcome them.
LGBTQ+ Friendly Doctors in Southeast Asia Are Now One Click Away
A new LGBTQ+ health platform is helping queer patients across Asia find affirming doctors and safe care – no judgment, no fear, just healthcare.
Are Ear Seeds for You?
Thinking about joining the ear seed bandwagon? Here is what you should know about them before you get started.
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