Health

8 symptoms of osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and often occurs in the knee joint and particularly with increasing age.

Get protected against measles

This highly contagious disease can lead to health complications and even death in adults.

Free eye screenings and talks

Singapore National Eye Centre marks 20th National Eye Care Day.

Supporting men’s health

November is dedicated to the Movember global movement, which puts the spotlight on prostate cancer, mental health and suicide prevention.

Get challenged

New for this years’ National Steps Challenge is the Silver Challenge, which promotes healthy ageing among seniors.

Emerging trends in probiotics & collagen

The two-day Vitafoods Asia 2019 saw latest global nutraceutical developments happening in Asia.

A fracture every three seconds worldwide

Older adults are encouraged to be aware of osteoporosis risk factors and to consult doctors if at risk.

Improving fitness with BICEPS

With physical exercise, seniors get additional benefits including improvements in muscle strength, gait speed, balance and confidence.

10 ways to improve male sexual performance

As we age, just like bodily functions, sexual performance may also not be as great as before.

Myths of mammogram & breast cancer

Get the lowdown and get screened.

Low repeat mammogram rate among Singaporean women

Women over 50 are encouraged to go for their mammogram once every two years.

Drinking tea improves brain health

Study led by NUS scientists show that those who consume tea at least four times a week have better brain efficiency.

Series of stroke awareness talks

The Stroke Services Improvement is holding 13 stroke awareness talks at various locations.

Living life pain-free

Lim See Bee had an injury and her active life took a tumble. With the help of a physiotherapist, she is slowly getting her life back.

See your GP for non-emergency conditions

A refreshed GPFirst public education campaign by CGH encourages the public to develop relationships with their GPs.