Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) refers to a group of conditions that cause inflammation of tissues in the digestive tract. It is estimated that there are approximately 3000 to 4000 individuals who suffer from IBD in Singapore. Although symptoms may be mild in some individuals, if left untreated, it can progress into more severe complications.

Respiratory viral infections continue to be a major health concern in Singapore, particularly affecting young children, older adults, and individuals with existing medical conditions. As viruses evolve, preventive strategies—particularly vaccinations continuously updated to remain effective.

A pair of healthy feet are crucial for helping you navigate the hustle and bustle of daily life, especially in Singapore where people are often on the move. Hence, it is no surprise that your feet deserve to be well cared for too. However, many may tend to neglect their feet until problems occur, such as pain, discomfort, or injuries.

Skin cancer is the abnormal growth of cells in the skin tissue. Typically, when old skin cells die, new cells are formed to replace them. With skin cancer, this system goes awry and does not work as it should. Educating yourself on the ins and outs of skin cancer is one of the best things you can do for yourself in your fight against skin cancer.

With his jovial attitude and friendly demeanor, you would have been hard-pressed to tell that just a few years ago, Adrian Yeo was suffering from several painful spinal conditions that left him in constant, debilitating pain.

Ageing is often accompanied by an increased risk for various health conditions, among which osteoporosis and osteoarthritis are particularly common. Although these two conditions differ in nature, they can coexist and significantly increase the risk of falls and fractures among seniors.

Uterine cancer is the fourth most common cancer in Singapore, with around 2,968 cases reported between 2016 and 2020. It is commonly also referred to as endometrial cancer, although uterine cancer also includes uterine sarcoma.

We sit down with general practitioner Dr. Irene Gay and infectious disease specialist Dr. Loh Jiashen to learn more about shingles, its signs and symptoms, and how it can be managed and prevented.