Lifestyle

Palliative care can be controversial, yet it offers much-needed relief from physical and psychosocial burdens for patients and caregivers alike. It delivers comprehensive support, enhances quality of life through education, and alleviates financial stress, ensuring compassionate care at all stages. Dr. Yee Choon Meng, a Palliative Care Specialist, talks about the philosophy of palliative care and its empowering role in guiding patients and caregivers.

In Singapore, the increasing number of cardiovascular conditions involving heart disease and stroke cases mirrors the global surge in heart-related health issues. The aging population amplifies this concern, as age remains a risk factor for heart problems. Alongside medical interventions, Dr. William Kristanto, a Cardiologist at Farrer Park Hospital, talks about the role of cardiac rehabilitation in guiding heart patients toward a better recovery and a sustainable quality of life in the long run.

Jerome has struggled with hearing loss since he was three. The mandatory mask-wearing disrupted his heavy dependency on lip reading and hearing aid to communicate during the COVID-19 pandemic. Not only could he not lip-read, but holding a muffled conversation with the mask on became intolerable. It affected his confidence and profession. We also find out more from Dr. Liu Jia Ying, a consultant ear, nose, and throat (ENT) surgeon and the medical director of Aurion ENT & Hearing Centre at Farrer Park Hospital, who treated Jerome.

Dr. Soon Sue Rene talks about the condition concerning a difficulty in swallowing and ways one can ease the symptoms. Dr. Soon is a senior Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) specialist.

Dr. Lim Hui Fang, a specialist in respiratory medicine and intensive care medicine, shares more about haemoptysis, a condition where blood is coughed up from the lungs.

Is there any validity for linking the consumption of probiotics and the prevention of colorectal cancer? Surgical oncologist Dr. Grace Tan takes us through what research has pointed to.

Learn about the emerging role of TCM as a possible adjunct to cancer management and the potential benefits of these modalities acting as complements.

How can therapy help after a cancer diagnosis to manage the emotions and behavior surrounding diagnosis and treatment?