Health

It all started during a church service, when homemaker Nancy Lim, who is in her 50s, realized she could not sing her hymns with the same ease as she used to. More signs started popping up as time went on, but it was only after a routine health check revealed a shadow in her chest that Nancy underwent a series of scans and a biopsy before finally learning what exactly was plaguing her this whole time — an esophageal giant leiomyoma.

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is often known as a silent killer, and conditions such as heart attack or stroke tend to strike when one least expects it. Fortunately, there are effective steps you can take to keep it at bay.

Forgot the name of a show you wanted to watch? Can’t remember where you last placed your phone? Or struggling to recall a colleague’s name? Don’t fret—forgetting things from time to time is normal. However, memory loss should not be taken lightly.

Menopause is the natural cessation of a woman’s menstrual cycle and marks the end of her reproductive years. Hence, it is important to better understand the broader impact menopause has on women, including its symptoms, impact on quality of life, and ways to manage it.

Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers in Singapore. It develops in the large intestine or rectum and usually starts as small growths called polyps, which can become cancerous over time if left untreated. Despite how common it is, there are steps you can take to reduce your risk of colorectal cancer.

Inflammation in the eye, also known as ocular inflammation, can affect many structures and significantly impact vision. In this article, ophthalmologist Dr. Ajeet Madhav Wagle sheds light on the current understanding and management of complex eye conditions, particularly uveitis.

Obesity rates in Singapore have been steadily rising over the past decade, increasing from 8.6% in 2013 to 11.6% in 2022. According to a recent infographic by Seasia Stats, Singapore has the third highest proportion of overweight individuals among Southeast Asian countries, following Brunei and Malaysia. It is no longer seen as just excess weight or a lifestyle issue.

Originally marketed as a tool for smoking cessation, a study published in JAMA on 5 March 2025 has shown that not only is vaping ineffective in increasing smoking cessation, it is actually associated with reduced tobacco abstinence and prolonged nicotine dependence.