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What you need to know about cardiovascular diseases in women by Dr Stanley Chia Many women still think that heart disease only affects men. The truth is, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women. Although there has been a decline in coronary artery disease deaths in men in the last two decades, [...]
Perspectives on women’s heart disease from a female cardiologist by A/Prof Carolyn Lam The referral letter read, ‘Dear Cardiologist, please see this 60-year-old lady for the problem of chest discomfort.’ Certainly, this is one of the most frequently encountered clinical problems in my General Cardiology clinic, and one of particular concern to me. This is [...]
The Next ‘It’ Nutrient MOVE OVER OMEGA-3 fatty acids, there’s a new ‘it’ weapon against heart disease in town. Plant sterols are becoming increasingly popular these days that they’re showing up even in margarines and yoghurts. Although not far from new – it was first reported in 19511 – studies have shown that plant sterols [...]
Heart Healthy New Centrum Cardio is the first and only complete daily multivitamin with key vitamins and minerals with plant sterols to maintain healthy cholesterol and reduce the risk of coronary heart diseases. It contains all the nutritional support you would expect from Centrum, along with plant sterols, high levels of vitamins B6 and B12, [...]
Dr Goh Ping Ping advocates for women’s heart health by Maripet L. Poso WITH HER GENTLE demeanor, soft but determined voice and kind face, Dr Goh Ping Ping is the sort of person you would randomly approach for directions at a busy street. Listen to her talk and discuss about things she’s passionate about, and [...]
More than Just Beauty Sleep One can never overemphasise the importance of sufficient sleep. A study1 held at the University of California, San Diego, and the San Diego VA Medical Center showed the effects of sleep deprivation on the brain. Sleep deprivation has also been proven in several other studies to be the main cause [...]
Don’t let bad breath get the better of you by Dr Adeline Wong Bad breath or halitosis is a common problem that can affect anyone at any age. It affects about 2.4% of the adult population, and most people at some point. The odour often depends upon the source or underlying cause of the bad [...]
Prevention of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome by Dr Suresh Nair THE INABILITY TO conceive is something many couples never expected to face when they make the decision to start a family. However, the reality is that, in most populations, at least one in six couples has issues conceiving a child. If this problem does not get [...]
Recognise Heart Attack and Learn What to Do When it Happens by Dr Peter Yan If you think YOU or SOMEONE you are with is having a heart attack, call for medical assistance immediately. Dial 995! Thousands of people die each year because people did not seek medical help in time. THE BAD NEWS is [...]
The Big Deal About Snoring Beyond sleep disturbance, snoring is associated with obstructive sleep apnoea by Dr Samuel Yeak Most of us have poked fun about a family member or friend who snores loudly. It is, of course, no laughing matter when it is your spouse you sleep with every night who is snoring loudly, [...]
Hobbies that Increase Longevity Keeping busy after retirement After spending two-thirds of your life preparing for this, you’ve finally hit retirement and will be entering the golden years of your life. Technically defined as between retirement and the start of age-related mental and physical deterioration, in today’s Singaporean context, the golden years are typically between [...]
From sports to business, Olympian and Swimming World Champion Michael Klim moves with a heart by Maripet L. Poso You don’t need to be a sports fan to realise that Michael Klim is, indeed, a sports icon. Even in photos, his towering 6’3” build complemented by a toned physique shaped by years of intense training [...]
Chronic Sinusitis More than just a blocked nose Chronic sinusitis affects one in 10 people in Singapore, or roughly half a million people.1 Often confused as a common cold or allergic reaction, research shows that this debilitating condition may have a greater impact on productivity and relationships for some affected individuals than heart failure and [...]
Pulmonary Hypertension The other “High Blood Pressure” by Dr Dinesh Nair Pulmonary hypertension is a lung disorder affecting the pulmonary arteries. The arteries become narrowed, thereby restricting blood flow, resulting in abnormal high blood pressure in these arteries. This causes undue strain on the right ventricle of the heart, causing it to expand in size. [...]
Meat in a Veggie The health benefits of organic black fungus by Jennifer Wu Black fungus, native to the humid areas of the Asia-Pacific region, has been used since ancient times to boost physical vitality and treat various health ailments. Commonly known as “cloud ear fungus” or “wood ear fungus”, the dark brown, slightly translucent [...]
Gum Disease It’s a matter of the heart by Dr Daylene Leong You may be wondering what gum disease has to do with heart problems – after all, the mouth and the heart are separate organs of the body. Gum (periodontal) disease is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the supporting bone and gums around [...]
Taking a much less conventional approach to CAD treatment Unblocking the Pathways to Your Heart by Dr Tan Chong Hiok Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) is where the arteries of the heart are blocked. This has been one of the most prevalent diseases in developed countries that knows no gender or socio-economic distinction, although men seem [...]
For Fitness Junkies! Love your jogs but always felt you could perform better if you understood your training data? Look no further than Wahoo Fitness Blue HR. This unique device is the world’s first Bluetooth Smart heart-rate strap made for the iPhone 4S (and other Bluetooth Smart-Ready devices). Thanks to the heart rate strap and [...]
Mighty Omegas – Omega-3 & Omega-6 Fatty Acids Understand the difference between omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and you’ll be reaping the bountiful health benefits by Chia Siew Meng YOU’VE READ ABOUT omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids all too often but how do you make yourself a discerning health consumer? These two critical supplements are [...]
