Health

Be an ambassador of health

Get healthy and at the same time, inspire others to get on the healthy path.

Plug that leak

Urinary incontinence affects both men and women and it can be at times very embarrassing. Know what it is all about and what your options are when you have it.

Sexual health a concern for older men

A online survey done by a health-education portal finds majority of men view sex as an important indicator of health and well-being.

Prevent crime

Though crimes against elderly have gone down, it is still important to stay alert. Here are some tips from the National Crime Prevention Council.

Colorectal cancer remains one of top cancers

An FOBT, a preliminary screening test for colorectal cancer, can help reduce mortality rates.

Airborne – the threat of influenza

Protect yourself from influenza (flu) this season. And don’t confuse this as a common cold.

Dealing with dementia

Dementia is not a normal part of ageing. It is an illness that affects the brain and leads to a decline in the brain’s ability to work properly. Dementia affects memory, judgment, language, planning and behaviour.

Looking & feeling good

Over time, our skin changes and wrinkles and fine lines appear. It is nothing to fret as this is all a natural part of ageing. However, there are things you can do to maintain the skin you have.

Falls prevention

A CGH nurse who contributed some tips in a booklet shares how to prevent falls at home and how to keep it at bay.

Having ‘die-logues’

Long a sensitive subject, death and dying is taking on a whole new look.

Undernourishment a problem among elderly

A worrying statistic puts some elderly at risk of ill health from lack of nutrition.

Taking care of your skin

Find out how you can protect your skin and keep it healthy, even in an air-condition environment.

Protect your interests through the Mental Capacity Act

Our ability to make decisions can be hindered by a debilitating accident or illness. With the Mental Capacity Act, people are empowered to plan in advance for such an eventuality.

Are you an ageist?

Let’s debunk some myths that you or someone has about the older population.

New surgical procedure for presbyopia

No more relying on glasses, there is now an alternative option.