Recent studies show that at least 0.5% of the population in Singapore is affected by rheumatoid arthritis. The number might not seem significant, but research about the burden of diseases also show that it is the 12th leading condition that causes burden in the country. What is rheumatoid arthritis and how is it different from […]
Melasma is a common skin problem among women and can even manifest during pregnancy. It causes brown or blue-gray patches to appear on the skin, especially on the cheeks, chin, and forehead. It also appears on parts of the skin that are most commonly exposed to direct sunlight such as the arms and neck because […]
Singapore has the 7th most number of branches of Starbucks per capita, according to telegraph.co.uk. And it makes sense, for a country with people who like to be productive. But not everyone is a fan of coffee; there are many people who avoid caffeine, on the grounds that it is unhealthy and addicting. But is […]
Our life is made up of the things we do. Sometimes the things we are oh so familiar with end up biting us in the back as we get older. Yes, it’s definitely nice to live a little bit. But then again, up to what extent? Sometimes the things we do become irreversible. Sadly, our […]
Given that the MERS situation in South Korea escalated and the flu in Hong Kong emerged, viruses are just borders away from Singapore. It is important that we safeguard ourselves from these viruses or suffer its repercussions. Proofing ourselves from deadly viruses is not an exact science but it is worth the try. These […]
An upset stomach is absolutely no fun to deal with, but this doesn’t mean you have to go straight to your pill bottle just to relieve the pain. Most causes of tummy aches are benign, and some of its symptoms usually go away quickly, which is why there’s no need to look past these natural […]