Health

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.

New app for glaucoma patients

The app called MyEyeDrops will help curb patients from missing their medications.

Finding support

For the many ageing members of the LGBTQ community, a good listening hear makes a huge difference.

Vitamins for seniors

Many people are taking supplements without really considering if they need them.

Tales that bind

Storytelling can help bridge the generation gap. Learn some tips from a storytelling expert on how you can get started telling the stories that matter to your grandchildren.

Don’t delay seeing a doctor

A prostate cancer survivor shares his story and advice to others to have regular body check-ups.

Patients’ journey with prostate cancer

A qualitative study shows ageing men in Singapore grappling with cancer fears and reduced sex life.

Strictly oil-free

Baby boomers are embracing vegetarianism as a way of protecting their bodies. What not go that one step further and look at eliminating the oils?

Building bonds over books

Reading Clubs are enabling seniors to keep their minds sharp through book readings and discussions. And, they get to make new friends too.