In January 2024, the Ministry of Health announced that around 3,000 people in the Jalan Bukit Merah area of Singapore were set to go for a mandatory tuberculosis (TB) screening. It is a precautionary move that came after 10 cases of TB were linked to the area. Dr. Loh spoke in an interview with CNA’s Asia First where he shared more about the current prevalence of TB in Singapore, how concerned you should be about it, and what you can do to lower your risk of TB.

As the saying goes, “you are what you eat," and that is all the more true when it comes to the essential minerals and vitamins you consume and absorb into your body. Without these minerals and vitamins, important bodily functions could be impeded, and you could end up becoming more susceptible to diseases.

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among older men in Singapore. Globally, it remains a major public health issue, as about one in every six men may be diagnosed with prostate cancer. According to the Global Cancer Statistics 2020, it caused 375,304 deaths among men worldwide of all ages.

Diabetes is a chronic condition that occurs when a person’s pancreas is unable to produce enough insulin or when the body is unable to effectively use the insulin produced. Insulin is a hormone that helps the body regulate its blood sugar level. Suffering from high glucose levels due to diabetes can lead to many health issues that affect the body and organs.

In the realm of cancer detection, early intervention can make a significant difference in saving lives. Liquid biopsy tests represent an additional cancer screening modality to complement conventional screening methods. Dr. Tan Min-Han, a medical oncologist and the Medical Director of Lucence, provides further insights into this development.

The Farrer Park Company Pte Ltd is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Kelly Yang as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Farrer Park Hospital (FPH).

According to the World Health Organization, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. In Singapore, 21 people die from cardiovascular disease every day. In 2021, cardiovascular disease accounted for 32% – or around one in three – of all local deaths. Dr. Gerard Leong delves deep into cardiovascular diseases and discusses the importance of an early diagnosis as well as warning signs of a cardiovascular disease.

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia worldwide, and it results in a progressive and irreversible loss of cognitive abilities in sufferers of the disease. Individuals suffering from Alzheimer's disease will also eventually lose the ability to carry on a conversation and respond to their environment. Dr. Tan Hong Yee provides a deeper insight into the condition, discussing the signs and symptoms, and ways to lower your risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.