Browsing: Parkinson’s disease

Falls are not a normal part of growing older, yet for seniors living with Parkinson’s disease, they represent a silent and dangerous threat. Understanding why these falls happen and taking proactive steps can preserve independence and protect your loved ones during their golden years.

As Parkinson’s Disease cases rise in ageing Singapore, Alexandra Hospital is moving medical reviews out of the traditional clinic and into a social cafe setting. This innovative model aims to bridge the gap between clinical treatment and the emotional reality of living with a chronic neurological condition.

Acting out dreams during sleep can be more than a quirk. REM sleep behaviour disorder causes physical movements at night and may signal future neurological disease.

Singapore researchers are using AlphaFold’s protein structure AI to uncover clues in Parkinson’s and more, marking a quiet revolution in disease discovery.

Brain Bank Singapore, Southeast Asia’s first brain bank, has gained 380 pledges to advance research on Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and mental health disorders. This vital work focuses on understanding neurological conditions within Asian populations.

For most Singaporeans, medical insurance is their primary protection from sickness. It shields them both financially and medically. A core component of medical insurance is critical illness.  In this article, guest writer Michael Seow gives a clearer understanding of what critical illness coverage provides.

The Philippines has recently introduced a groundbreaking AI eye robot capable of detecting diseases that extend beyond traditional ocular conditions. This innovative technology, developed in collaboration with Vision Express, was unveiled at the “Summer Solstice” launch in Rockwell, Makati City. The AI-driven tool signifies an advancement in healthcare by leveraging ocular imaging to diagnose systemic health issues.