Health

Most people do not fully understand cataracts

Johnson & Johnson Vision’s 2017 Cataract Awareness Survey found that only 11 percent are aware that vision loss due to cataracts can be regained after surgery.

“Bouncing forward” from adversity

Recent CARE conference explores ways of defining, measuring and developing interventions for resilience in older ages.

Voicing out against stigma

Free concert to raise awareness and combat stigma against mental health issues.

Hong Kong’s seniors age-in-place

The country’s Housing Society has come up with initiatives to address this need for seniors who prefer staying in their own homes.

Get fit!

Move over GuavaPass, there is now a platform just for seniors so they can exercise and bond.

Therapies for AF-related stroke prevention

Though warfarin is commonly used, non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants are increasingly a better option.

Studying nutritional deficiencies in elderly

Asia’s largest clinical study will help establish nutritional standards for the elderly.

Brain exercise

Temasek Polytechnic launches brain training games in an app for older adults.

3-D breast screening machine available

This will help improve patient comfort and encourage more women to go for their mammograms.

Access to cancer information

The Singapore Cancer Society has collaborated with BookDoc to widen public access to cancer-related information and services.

9 healthy snack options for diabetics

Who says that a diabetic patient’s diet has to be boring?

Asthma more severe in seniors than in children

This chronic disease can develop at any age and seniors who have it are prone to lower quality of life.

Manage your diabetes

Here are 5 tips to get you on track to control your diabetes.

Estranged from children

Finding a way to mend your relationship.

Walking Fido really does help!

Recent study shows that pet dogs help adults aged 65 and over stay active.