Health

10 things to consider before having dental implants

Dental implants can be a heaven-sent for those with missing teeth, however, there are some points to take note.

Keeping asthma under control

This long-term condition has no cure. The only way to deal with it is by using medication regularly.

Protecting your skin from the sun

Learn how to minimise the harmful effects of the rays and be safe going outdoors.

Free Pap smear screening at 178 clinics

Cervical cancer is preventable and curable if it is treated in the pre-cancerous stage. Protect yourself with regular screening.

Foster grandparent

The Grandparent Fostering Programme, a community programme launched in Jalan Kukoh precinct in November 2012, bonds the young and old together, and bridges the generation gap.

Training your brain to understand better

For those with light hearing loss or those who have given up on their hearing aids, there is a new solution that trains your brain to process sound faster and more accurately.

Prominent business leaders raise funds

Fortis Colorectal Hospital ropes in five business leaders to raise funds and bring awareness to colorectal cancer.

Turning the tables

Seniors have often been dispensing advice to the young. The time has come to hear what the young would like to say to those older.

Protect your eyes from glare

There are many types of glare that you may come across including glare in the sun, at night and in front of screens of devices. Find out what you can do to minimise the glare.

A recipe using chia seeds

Nutritious and tasty!

Small but packs a punch

There is a lot of fuss about chia and its reign over flaxseed. We give you the lowdown.

Cancer of the blood & bone marrow now more treatable

Multiple myeloma has become more a chronic disease than a terminal one, thanks to new treatments.

Spinning the yarn

Part of a final-year project by NTU students, “The Silver Yarn Project” bridges the gap between the youth and the elderly.

Early detection can save a life

The Singapore Cancer Society is organising the 12th Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month this March and it encourages those 50 years and above to take advantage of the free FOBT kits.

An upper hand on pain

Pamper your overworked and tired hands, and clear the toxins in your body.