8 Myths About HPV and Cervical Cancer
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a group of more than 100 related viruses that affect different parts of the body. About 40 of these can infect the genital area. HPV is…
2 January 2025
Understanding Nutrition’s Role in Gastric Cancer
Role of nutrition on preventing gastric cancer Excessive salt intake, often associated with a diet rich in pickled and smoked foods, has been linked to an increased risk of gastric…
22 November 2024
Hepatitis B and Liver Cancer
Can Hepatitis B lead to Liver Cancer? For people with chronic hepatitis B, the fear of developing liver cancer is always looming in the back of their minds. And rightfully…
1 November 2024
Prostate Cancer
What is prostate cancer? The prostate is a walnut shape and size gland found in men and its main function is to produce the fluid in semen. It sits in…
6 September 2024
Protect Your Skin From The Sun
Singapore's year-round sunshine is a treat, but it is important to protect our skin from harmful UV rays. How can we enjoy the outdoors while staying safe? Read on to…
2 August 2024
Bone Cancer
Bone cancer is a rare type of cancer that can develop in the bones in the body, with the pelvis and long bones being commonly affected. Cancers that form in…
26 July 2024
Oesophageal Cancer
Did you know that oesophageal cancer is the 9th leading cause of cancer death among men in Singapore1? Read on as Dr Robert Lim (Senior Consultant, Specialist in Medical Oncology)…
14 June 2024
Five Q&A on Bladder Cancer
What is bladder cancer? The bladder is the hollow organ in the lower abdomen that stores urine. Bladder cancer is an abnormal growth that starts in the inside lining of…
24 May 2024
Prevent Fatty Liver Disease
Did you know excess fat can build up in your liver, leading to Fatty Liver Disease? Fatty Liver is a common cause of liver cancer. To diagnose fatty liver disease,…
5 April 2024
Health Checks Every Woman Over 50 Should Have
The age of 50 is a crucial milestone for every woman. It is at this stage in life when menopause occurs, marking the end of a woman’s menstrual cycle and…
19 March 2024