Health

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.

Grandchildren learn about ageing

A guide for grandparents to help grandchildren learn more about this topic, change mindsets about ageing and bond with each other.

It’s a date

With grandchildren not spending enough of time with their grandparents, a 28-year-old has come up with a way to deal with this.

A new sight

Corneal transplant remains to be an effective way to restore vision of a diseased or scarred corneal.

Beware of contaminated food & water

Don’t let your holiday plans be ruined by getting Hepatitis A, get vaccinated.

Choosing the right hearing aid

Hearing loss is a common condition affecting older adults. In Singapore, those who above 60 years old, it is estimated that over 80 percent may have some degree of hearing loss.

Subduing phobia

Do you have a phobia that you wish to overcome? Let’s embark on a journey to explore the difference between normal fears and phobias as well as methods to help you make yours a past tense!

Breast cancer treatment reduced

New radiotherapy treatment for breast cancer patients will cut down the current conventional treatment.

The wonder of whole-grains

Whole-grain foods play a part in lowering the risk of heart disease diabetes and certain cancers. See how you can add it into your daily intake.

A hard lesson to learn

A 65-year-old had a bad fracture five years ago and looking back, she wished she could have done things differently.

Avoid a fracture

Early action to protect bone health is encouraged instead of delaying till after the first bone fracture.

Landmark study on PACG

Singapore scientists are now able to understand the disease better and focus their screenings.

The joys of volunteering

When you volunteer, you give a lot and you get a lot back that is above and beyond money. However, choosing the right volunteering experience is crucial.

Making wishes come true

A youth movement called Project One More Thing helps fulfil wishes of neglected elderly.