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Menopause is a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman's reproductive years. It is defined as the time when a woman has not had a menstrual period for 12 consecutive months. Menopause typically occurs between the ages of 45 and ..
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Did you know that our brains and bodies can produce chemicals that make us feel happy? These chemicals are often referred to as “Happy Hormones”, and dopamine is one of the famous hormones.
But what is dopamine? Dopamine is a neurotransmitter t..
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According to the statistics of the World Health Organization (WHO), lack of physical activity is the 4th leading risk factor that affects global mortality. Compared to those with at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per we..
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Osteoporosis is the most common age-related bone disease worldwide. In Singapore, hospital admissions for hip fractures have risen to 2,729 cases in 2020 from 1,487 in 2017, due to the ageing population here with a higher proportion of elderly p..
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Life is a balancing act that often requires us to juggle between career, family and friends, among many other roles and responsibilities. However, caring for your health should never take a backseat, especially with regard to your heart health.
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Osteoporosis is also known as a bone disorder that weakens your bone density and strength, resulting in brittle bones that are prone to a higher risk of fractures. Without bone strength, bones can break easily, even from just a slight fall or ev..
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Have you ever gotten a surprise when you visited the doctor's office and discovered your blood pressure was higher than you expected? What most people do not realize is that your blood pressure is constantly changing minute by minute in response..
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The prostate is a walnut-sized gland of the male reproductive system, located just below the bladder and in front of the rectum. Most men would be concerned when faced with health issues such as frequent urination or an enlarged prostate due to ..
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Low blood pressure, also known as Hypotension, is when you have a blood pressure of 90mmHg (systolic) over 60mmHg (diastolic) and lower. This means that your blood pressure range is lower than the normal healthy levels. You may experience sympto..
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Improving your immunity is often easier said than done. This can be done through lifestyle and dietary changes. If you wish to strengthen your body’s defence to help fend off pathogens (disease-causing organism), here are 6 ways to boost your immuni..
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We are exposed to toxins from the environment all the time, even in the simplest of our daily routines. Common pollutants are found in the water we drink, the food we eat and the air we breathe. Too many toxins put our body in a sub-healthy state, a..
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Osteoporosis has become an increasing health problem in Singapore and the rest of Asia. It is often known as the “silent disease” as many individuals may not even know that they have this condition until they injure themselves. The most common areas ..