Category Archive For "Health"
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Public vs. private: what to expect from a Singapore hospital ward
When you’re seeking medical care in Singapore, usually, the standard and effectiveness of healthcare you receive will be your priority (as it should be). Fortunately, many public and private hospitals in Singapore offer excellent inpatient services and lodging that can often make your treatment and recovery a little bit more bearable. But just so you …
Everything should know about rainbow babies and miscarriages
Miscarriages are more common than you think, however, no one talks about them. The only way to ‘normalize’ the topic of miscarriages is by talking about it. Over the last few years, celebrities and influencers, such as Michelle Obama, Chrissy Teagan, Megan Markle, and more, have come forward to discuss their personal experience with miscarriage. …
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Coffee vs. tea: which is better?
The debate about the benefits of coffee and tea and which is better has been around for a long time. However, both are top beverages that people across the globe consume every day. And the ranking of which drink is more popular hovers between 2nd and 3rd, often switching, according to various sources. Unsurprisingly, water …
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How does Singapore’s healthcare system work?
Singapore’s healthcare system frequently ranks among the best in the world, and it’s admired by many other nations due to its remarkable outcomes. Primary care at government hospitals is heavily subsidized and sometimes even free for Singaporean citizens and permanent residents (PRs), with more deluxe care in private rooms charging extra. However, things are different …
How to eliminate bad habits that destroy your eyes
Did you know that vision problems affect more than 2 billion people each year across the world? While environmental and biological factors do have a part to play, we can’t ignore the role of poor lifestyle choices in contributing to vision problems. From being glued to your screens to not wearing (high quality) sunglasses, this …
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The cost of comprehensive health screenings in Singapore in 2022
We all know that prevention is better than cure, but how often we walk the talk and go for a health screening regularly is a completely different story. Whether it’s owing to the cost, the fear of blood and needles, or the inability to face undesirable outcomes, the fact is that not a lot of …
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How to create a healthier relationship with social media
Social media has a bad reputation, but it’s not necessarily a bad thing. From using LinkedIn for professional networking and finding events on Facebook to being clued in on current events on Twitter and getting inspiration on Pinterest, there are a number of advantages to using social media. It’s a part of our lives and …
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Everything you need to know about tonsillitis
Tonsillitis is a condition in which your tonsils get infected. Common symptoms include a sore throat, fever, swollen tonsils, and swollen lymph nodes. The treatment for tonsillitis is based on the cause of the infection. However, it can affect people of all ages. Tonsillitis is very common – especially among children, and most people have …
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Sleep on it: Here’s why you should snooze longer
On March 17, people all over the globe celebrate World Sleep Day, an annual event for raising awareness of the major role sleep plays in improving our health and wellbeing. We all know that not resting enough can result in grogginess and disorientation. But did you know that a good night’s rest is definitely not …
Is it possible to get COVID-19 twice? If so, how often can you fall sick with it?
If falling sick with COVID-19 once was not painful enough, many people worldwide are coming down with the virus twice or more. In the early days of the pandemic, people rarely were infected more than once. However, The Omicron variant, which started making rounds in late November 2021, has turned the situation around. In Singapore, …
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