Tips to Improve Nutrition in Palliative Care
How to make meals more enjoyable and nutritious for loved ones with advanced illnesses. Food is often used as a way to expressing love and care, however, when caring for…
24 February 2022
Five Most Commonly Asked Questions About Radiation Therapy Answered!
Radiation therapy is one of the most common treatment methods used to treat cancer, alongside surgery and chemotherapy. Read on as Icon Cancer Centre Radiation Oncologist Dr Francis Chin (Senior…
23 February 2022
Understanding Cervical Cancer in Young Women
Cases of cervical cancer for people aged 49 years or younger are on the rise. Cervical cancer is the tenth most common cancer in Singaporean women. While cervical cancer can…
18 February 2022
Chinese New Year Ang Pow Blessing
Every year 365 Cancer Prevention Society (365CPS) organises a CNY Ang Pow Blessing to members in need during this festive period. In the flurry of the festivities, it is inevitable…
18 February 2022
Do you take supplement? Does dietary supplement help for cancer prevention?
Do you take supplement? Does dietary supplement help for cancer prevention? The supplement industry has been flourishing since the last decade due to the increasing number of people who are…
18 February 2022
Childhood leukaemia – what it is and the signs to look out for
According to the World Health Organization, 184 children between the ages of 0 to 19 years were diagnosed with cancer in Singapore in 2020.1 Childhood leukaemia is the most common…
20 January 2022
Season of Giving
December is always associated with the Season of Giving gifting of presents and gatherings with loved ones. It is a month of festive festivity and holiday spirits. While most people…
3 January 2022
Food Palatability for Cancer Patients
When undergoing cancer treatment, patients may experience undesirable side effects, such as changes in smell and tastes, some of which may persist temporarily after treatment. These side effects can cause…
28 December 2021
Understanding Uterine Cancer and its Treatment
Dr Lim shared that uterine cancer is the most common gynaecological cancer affecting Singaporean women and 95% of uterine cancer cases are due to endometrial cancer. Fortunately, early endometrial cancer…
21 December 2021
Keeping Food Safe!
It is important to follow food safety and hygiene practices to ensure safe food quality. Following five simple steps at home – Clean, Separate, Wash & Thaw, Cook, and Store…
7 December 2021