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Tue, May 9, 2023 0 Low Back Pain: How to Cope and When to See a Doctor

Acute low back pain is pain felt in the lower back that lasts for less than three months. "Most people experience low back pain at certain stages of their lives. In most cases, it will get better in several weeks even without treatment. However, this varies from person to person. Such a pain may happen again over time and may progress to chronic low back pain, which is back pain that persists for more than three months," says Dr Tan Kian Hian, Head ＆ Senior Consultant from the Department of Anaesthesiology at Singapore General Hospital (SGH), a member of the SingHealth group.

Tue, May 9, 2023 0 Blood Pressure (BP) Readings: What is Normal? What is High?

Blood pressure (BP) readings: What is normal and when is it high blood pressure (hypertension)? Blood pressure (BP) readings are expressed as a ratio of the systolic pressure (the first number or numerator), over the diastolic pressure (the second number or denominator). A blood pressure of 120/80 mmHg (millimetres of mercury) is expressed verbally as 120 over 80.

Tue, May 9, 2023 0 Heart Disease: 5 Tips to Reduce Your Risk

In Singapore, 15 people on average die from heart disease and stroke every day. Fortunately, basic lifestyle changes can go a long way towards keeping heart disease at bay. Assistant Professor Tan Swee Yaw, Senior Consultant, Department of Cardiology and Director, Cardiovascular Rehabilitation and Preventive Cardiology, National Heart Centre Singapore (NHCS), a member of the SingHealth group, offers practical advice on what you can do to lower your risk of heart disease

Tue, May 9, 2023 0 First Aid Tips: Treating Minor Injuries at Home

Have a minor injury at home? No need to panic! Nurse Clinician Wong Vern Tym from Outram Community Hospital (OCH) shares basic first aid knowledge on how to handle minor injuries before you go to see a doctor.

Tue, May 9, 2023 0 Supplements and the Well-Being of Young Children

Do supplements really promote the well-being of children? The Department of Nutrition & Dietetics, KK Women's and Children's Hospital (KKH) tells more.

Tue, May 9, 2023 0 How to Clean and Treat a Skin Wound

How well a skin wound heals depends on how well you care for it. A wound is a break in the skin surface, resulting in a potential for bacterial contamination. Proper wound cleansing can help to improve wound healing while removing debris and crusty discharge, preventing dressing residues from slowing down the healing of the wound.

Tue, May 9, 2023 0 7 Ways to Prevent a Heart Attack

Having a low BMI (body mass index) doesn't mean you're safe from atherosclerosis or a potential heart attack. The Department of Endocrinology at Singapore General Hospital (SGH) shares why.

Tue, May 9, 2023 0 How to Improve Heart Health Naturally

What you need to do to strengthen your heart and improve heart health isn't as difficult and disheartening as you may think. SingHealth specialists share some simple, natural ways.

Tue, May 9, 2023 0 Diabetes and Exercise: Control Your Blood Glucose Levels with Physical Activity

Maintaining regular weekly exercise and physical activity is a key part of living well with diabetes.

Tue, May 9, 2023 0 How to Prevent Eye Strain (Computer Vision Syndrome)

Eye strain is often caused by prolonged use of digital devices. This is called computer vision syndrome. Dr Tan Licia, Consultant from the Oculoplastic Department at Singapore National Eye Centre (SNEC), shares simple ways to prevent it.

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