Maintain high food hygiene standards
Reader Mr Tan feels where food is concerned, there can be no compromise. -myp
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Avoid swimming at Pasir Ris beach for a year as water is unclean: NEA
NEA has put up signposts to warn beach-goers to avoid swimming in the area as the water there carries a high level of Enterococcus. |
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Soy-based foods linked to low sperm count
To all the men out there who are incorporating more soy into their meals for a healthier diet. There may be a downside, says a new study.
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Internet use linked to girls' weight gain
Those who do not get enough sleep, drink alcohol regularly also put on more weight, study finds. |
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More family time, less teen sex
Teens who report eating with their families more often are less likely to engage in risky sex.
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Lack of veggies can lead girls to a life of obesity
Female adolescence is an important time for setting up adult health, as nutritional needs change because of increased growth and the beginning of menstruation. |
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A cure for depression?
"I would have taken paralysis any day over depression," Miller said of his last of several depressive episodes, which left him fearful, anxious and suicidal.
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Australian doctors warn against 'designer vagina' craze
They raised concerns about clinics offering vaginal cosmetic surgery, warning the trend towards so-called 'designer vaginas' may be exploiting vulnerable women. -AFP
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Playing the odds
Despite a 99 per cent chance of recovering from stage 0 breast cancer, within six months the cancer had spread.
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We wanted to go to SGH because...
A woman suffered for an hour while her daughter argued with ambulance crew over which hospital to take her to. |
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Allow Medisave for dental surgery
Reader questions why the Ministry of Health does not allow Singaporeans to use their Medisave to pay for vital dental surgery such as root-canal work and implant procedures.
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US underestimated country's HIV epidemic
Latest figures 40 per cent higher than previous estimates. -AFP
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Drop in number of suicide cases, but...
More elderly are taking their own lives; loneliness, ill health could be reasons.
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Polish monk preaches holy sex - with Church's blessing
It's a way for married couples to become closer to God, said Polish Friar Ksawery Knotz.
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Bird flu toll hits 112 in Indonesia: official
Indonesia is the country worst-hit by the virus.
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Law mooted to ensure fitness of lawyers
A lawyer suffering from manic depressive psychosis had continued to practise for almost 10 years.
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Fast-growing malaria strain found in highlands
Deputy Chief Minister said teams of malaria experts discovered this rapidly-spreading mosquito-borne disease when investigating the malaria outbreak in the Bario highlands deep in northern Sarawak. -The Star
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More youngsters having mental issues
Minister said that suicidal tendencies and insomnia were related to stress. -The Star
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Gulf Arabs risk heart attacks watching Olympics: expert
Spectators get caught up in the moment, and the UAE's poor cardiovascular record makes things worse.
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A redder shade of pale
Feel lethargic, weak, faint or dizzy? These are symptoms of anaemia, caused by the lack of haemoglobin in the body. |
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Big bucks in aesthetic quick fix
20-50 per cent growth in past year, aesthetic doctors and plastic surgeons say. -myp
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She had nose fixed in 10mins
Quick-fix treatments using fillers gaining popularity in Singapore. -myp |
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Study shows why once is enough to hook some smokers
Several studies have found that certain people are especially responsive to the effects of nicotine.
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17 more workers in Kranji Way struck with chikungunya
This the biggest outbreak of the dengue-like disease in Singapore so far.
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3 dead in feared bird flu outbreak in Indonesia: officials
The problems came after a large number of chickens died suddenly last week in a North Sumatra province.
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Hot Birth Day
Many pregnant women opt for caesarean section on auspicious date: 08/08/08. |
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Baby boom on lucky 08.08.08
Doctors note sharp rise in caesarean ops for tomorrow, but say best to leave births to nature.
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Nepal doc to S'pore: Finish what you started
Twins' doctor says Jamuna should have cranioplasty performed here. |
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Even viruses get sick
A new strain of giant virus was isolated from a cooling tower in Paris and found to be infected by a smaller type of virus.
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Cancer cell growth method spurs hope for children
New technique found for culturing cancer cells from virulent form of brain cancer affecting children and infants.
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Vitamin C may be useful to treat cancer after all
But it may need to be injected rather than taken orally.
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Aging Japan gets serious about immigration
Rapidly growing elderly population has created a desperate need for carers in old age homes and hospitals.
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Infant deaths linked to cold medications
Decongestants, antihistamines and cough suppressants can have serious side effects in young children.
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3-year-old boy dies of suspected HFMD
He was a student of Elias Kindergarten in Woodlands. |
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First HFMD death in seven years
Boy, 3, infected with deadly EV71 strain, developed rare complication. -AsiaOne, ST
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Common treatment for infertility ineffective: study
Best known by its brand names Clomid and Serophene, it failed to improve the odds of becoming pregnant.
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Prescription cream may relieve acne-like condition
Elidel cream used to treat eczema leads to rapid improvement in symptoms, says study.
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Japan says dumplings "cover-up" was China's request
Japan had avoided disclosing information about pesticide-laced dumplings imported from China.
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Heart disease tied to cognitive problems in midlife
There was evidence that the longer the heart disease was present, the greater the impairment in thinking.
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Childhood stress tied to adult mental disorders
Childhood stress levels were found to be most pronounced among patients with personality disorders.
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The other threat from aedes
Malaysia is on high alert for chikungunya following outbreaks in Johor, Perak, Negri Sembilan and Malacca.
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Help youth build up their self-esteem
A reader worries about youth linking appearance to self-esteem. |
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New arrival: Oral-B CrossAction Pro-Health
Want to give your gums a good massage? Try out this new manual toothbrush.
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Want to look like a Korean star?
Seoul plastic surgeon who counts celebrities and Singaporeans as clients to set up clinic here. |
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Sis knows he's gone 'but not forever'
Sister gets same tell-tale spots of HFMD after three-year-old brother's death from HFMD last week. -ST
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What endemic chikungunya?
Chikungunya may well remain non-endemic. -ST |
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Kranji fogged to control outbreak
Chikungunya hits 28 in area; health officers destroy sites found to be breeding mosquitoes. -ST
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10 more with chikungunya
Infection expected to spread locally if no proper preventive actions are taken. -ST
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'Lab-on-a-chip' for mobile tests
Scientist set up biotech firm that launched handy diagnostic kits for killer diseases such as bird flu. -ST
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When all hope is lost
374 people killed themselves last year, but for every death, there were 7 failed bids. And about 90 per cent of suicide deaths in Singapore involve leaping from tall buildings. |
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Never do it, says man who once gave up on life
Although Mr Fernando said he will never attempt suicide again, he admits he feels "extremely burnt out" at times. But he knows there is always a way out, and advised those contemplating suicide to "never, never do it".
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High-risk group: Elderly males who are depressed
Unlike elderly women who often care for grandchildren and do household chores, men find themselves at a loss after retirement.
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No sweat with botox
Some patients have resorted to botox to stop excessive perspiration. -TNP
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Going under the knife for Keira's shoulders
A rising number of UK women are asking for shoulder liposuction so that they can have sinewy and toned shoulders like actress Keira Knightley. It's the latest fad but some doctors say they scar easily. |
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The eyes really do have it
Studies have shown that early damage seen in the retinal blood vessels is an indicator of the risk of diabetes and its complications.
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Why you should act now
An orthopaedic surgeon explains why he decided to write a guide to the prevention of bone and joint problems. |
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Amputee walks again
Just 10 months after his legs were crushed in a workplace accident, Mr Abu Bakar Evos takes his first steps in his new prosthetic legs at the Footcare and Limb Design Centre.
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Fit and fat: Study shows it's possible
Surprisingly, researches found some obese people are in good health and are not likely to suffer heart ailments. Also, being slim would not automatically protect you from heart-related illnesses such as high blood pressure and cholestrol, and diabetes. |
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Fruit juices may lead to diabetes
Fruit juices, regarded by many as a healthy way to start the day, could significantly increase the risk of diabetes. -NST
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For elderly, sex doesn't have to get old: survey
Researches found that more than three-quarters of American men aged 75 to 85 and half of women that age are still interested in sex. |
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Hospital finds 35 HIV cases in screening
The 35 patients identified through voluntary screening in six months were almost twice the number identified through HIV tests their doctors ordered in previous years. -ST
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"Elite" HIV wife may hold secret to AIDS vaccine
Infected by the HIV virus at least 10 years ago by her husband, the woman is able somehow to naturally control the deadly and incurable virus - even though her husband must take cocktails of strong HIV drugs to control his. |
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Radiation can zap cancer that has spread: study
Experiments showed the radiation stopped all the tumors in 21 percent of patients, but the results were inconsistent.
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More than 80 percent of Indonesia bird flu cases die
This is due to the late diagnosis and treatment of patients. |
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Drugs not working, Biomed still down
Short-term outlook is weak but signs are good for the long term . -ST
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Paid to be lab rats
Thousands here are believed to be involved in drug trials. -ST |
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Doc prescribed pills freely
The Singapore Medical Council (SMC) found him guilty of 'excessive and inappropriate' prescription of Dormicum to 16 patients.
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Quacks added 'Dr' to names
By tagging the title of 'Dr' in front of their names, they tried to pass off as medically-trained doctors who could treat cancers and heart diseases. |
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SGH offers free colorectal cancer test
SGH will distribute 1,200 test kits this weekend to help raise awareness on the importance of early detection of colorectal cancer.
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New drug for heart patients
New drug lowers the heart rate and reduces chest pains for heart patients with fewer side effects.
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Women pass on female condom
15 years after its debut, the female condom has failed to catch on, despite its potential as a powerful tool against AIDS and other sex-related diseases.
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Smoking doubles stroke risk in younger women
Younger women who smoke have more than double the risk of stroke compared to non-smokers. |
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Skin creams cause tumours on mice, study shows
The cancers are not melanoma, the deadliest kind of skin cancer, but instead are slow growing tumours, highly treatable and only fatal if patients fail to have them removed.
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Daughter yearns for plastic surgery
A mother is lost - how does she deal with a daughter that constantly thinks she's ugly (even though she's not), and insists on surgery for better looks? -The Yomiuri Shimbun, ANN |
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Organ trading model in next 1 to 3 years
But Health Minister Khaw Boon Wan proposes that the model, only for kidneys, be managed by
independent body using strict screening.
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IVF lifts Britain's birth rate
Last year, the birth rate climbed to 1.91 ? the highest point since the early 1970s ? thanks in no
small part to improved in-vitro fertilisation methods.
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Baby perks: Do they really work?
Despite incentives offered by governments, many obstacles remain in encouraging births.
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More S'pore couples turn to IVF
At least 2,000 women seeking IVF treatment each year, and couples are spending at least $40 million annually on the fertility treatment. |
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Raising baby? Money talks
The state should invest more in early childhood care and education.
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Protect kids against PD with vaccine
New awareness group for pneumococcal disease seeks to spread knowledge among parents.
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Coconut water therapy can work wonders
It may help against the dreaded chikungunya.
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Joint effort to combat liver cancer
Cancer centre, pharmaceutical giant aim to develop drug and hasten trials. |
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S'pore moves from drug-maker to test bed
Shift may lead to new tie-ups, quick access to new drugs, and chance to test on Asians here.
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H9N2 bird flu threat understated in humans
The H9N2 bird flu strain, identified as a possible pandemic threat, could be infecting more humans than commonly thought but its mild symptoms mean it often goes undetected. |
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Hooray, it's time to see the dentist
A visit to the dentist can be a pleasant experience. Really.
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Invention is doc's true calling
Creator of blood-pressure watch points to early struggles for his yen to 'pay it forward'. |
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Birth control battle weighs on Philippine economy
Mother of six had her fallopian tubes tied as she couldn't afford to feed any more mouths. -AFP
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Foreign wombs for hire
From kidneys to wombs - Singaporeans desperate for a child are now turning to surrogate mums overseas, as renting a womb here is illegal. |
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Couples may face a legal and ethical minefield
There do not appear to be any laws prohibiting childless couples from entering into surrogate mother arrangements outside Singapore.
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Going to Malaysia? Beware of mozzies
Chikungunya patients here were hit by a strain of the virus circulating in Malaysia.
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49 babies die during drug trials
India institute unveils shocking figure for past 21/2 years after NGO's queries.
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Zapping cancer cells with accuracy
A heavyweight machine worth RM14 million has spelt the end to cancer tumours' 'hide-and-seek' games. -NST |
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Overweight UK kids may be taken away
Social services may have to intervene if Britain's obesity epidemic worsens.
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Nine more cases of chikungunya
Latest cluster emerges at the Pasir Panjang Wholesale Centre; two workers and a kin test positive.
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More young people at risk of getting brain cancer
The cells of younger people are more vulnerable to toxins - and it could be due to increased usage of handphones. -myp
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Doctor who slapped patient suspended
The doctor who slapped a patient at Universiti Malaya Medical Centre has been suspended pending investigations. -The Star
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Chikungunya and dengue situation improved
The chikungunya and dengue fever outbreaks in Perak, Negri Sembilan and Kuala Lumpur are under control. -The Star
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Doctors 'giving fitness certs without examining drivers'
Doctors have been accused of issuing physical fitness certificates to commercial vehicle drivers without examining them. -NST
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15,000 jobs in healthcare
To meet the needs of Singaporeans, the number of healthcare workers needs to go up by 3,000 to 4,000 a year. -ST
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Study: Impotence drug treats prostate enlargement
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Condom ringtone launched in India
This to promote safe sex and tackle the growing HIV/AIDS epidemic. -AFP
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Four more down with chikungunya
The new cases stretched from Kranji to Pasir Panjang, bringing total number reported this year to 128. -ST
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$1.6m help for NKF patients
The chairman of the country's largest charity, Mr Gerard Ee, said the two new subsidies are the charity's way of ensuring that the needy 'do not slip through the gaps'.
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Block that blue light
Lutein?s role in protecting the eyes from age-related macular degeneration begins at birth. -The Star
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Flu pandemic drill for financial institutions
Temperature scanners and face masks are expected to be put up at participating outlets until the drill ceases.
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Stem cell test to help treat bowel cancer
Even the most aggressive kind of cancer could be identified early by testing for a stem cell marker protein called Lamin A.
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Arsenic has firm link to diabetes in U.S. study
There is a "relatively strong" association between commonly found levels of arsenic in urine and type 2 diabetes.
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S'pore's blood supply safety not affected
Concern came because reagents were not stored in optimal conditions in S'pore.
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Dr cleared of C-section death
Medical groups had passionately defended the doctor, arguing that a conviction would discourage doctors from performing risky operations.
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Stem cells to create blood
Discovery opens up the prospect of having a limitless supply of blood for transfusions. -AFP
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49 babies die during drug trials
India institute unveils shocking figure for past 21/2 years after NGO's queries.
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Going to Malaysia? Beware of mozzies
Chikungunya patients here were hit by a strain of the virus circulating in Malaysia. |
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Too few organ donors
Eight months and just 18 organ donors.
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Jetlag isn't so easy to shake off
Does not eating on the plane helps you readjustment?
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"Good fat" may be new weapon in obesity fight
"We hope this study can be translated into applications to help treat or prevent obesity"
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I knew my foot was no good, says Liu
Doctor said career need not be over if his tendon injury is treated swiftly.
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Liu's dream shattered by injury
Coach says that Achilles tendon injury would mean that he cannot compete before end of year.
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Donated blood safe
Singapore's blood supply remains safe despite a recall of some chemicals, said HSA.
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When medical agent plays god
To get patients, some doctors may be paying agents a commission for "referrals".
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Cigarettes in movies seen to cause teen smoking
Three-quarters or more of hit movies depict cigarette smoking. |
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Fat camps are in
Obese kids in US are desperate to secure a place.
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Christina Applegate is cancer free after surgery
The actress is free of breast cancer after having both breasts removed. |
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Study: Stress of war may help cause schizophrenia
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HFMD cases up again
553 people were diagnosed with the disease last week, up from 415 in the previous week.
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Eat like a champ
One man's meat is another man's training aid. Find out how Olympians eat their way to winning form. -ST
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Parents trust centres despite HFMD fears
They are unlikely to pull their children out as care centres have put up adequate measures.
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HFMD: New outbreak looming here
Cases last week just 12 short of epidemic level; numbers likely to rise.
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Donated blood safe despite chemical recall
All samples would have gone through another test using reagents unaffected by the recall.
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'Angels' ensure no one dies alone
Volunteers spend time with dying patients who have no family, friends.
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Grapefruit, orange and apple juices may affect some drugs
These juices can decrease the effectiveness of certain drugs used to treat heart disease, cancer, organ-transplant rejection and infection, 'potentially wiping out their beneficial effects'. -AFP
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Singapore on verge of hand, foot and mouth outbreak
It was reported that 553 people were afflicted with the virus last week.
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Yoga eases physical and mental menopause symptoms
It can reduce hot flashes and night sweats, say researchers from India.
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Lung cancer vaccine on the way
Therapeutic vaccine, to prevent tumours from recurring, is currently in late-stage trial.
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Big waste of research money?
US politicians cry foul over 'bizarre' scientific projects funded by taxpayers. |
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Major life changes may lead to chronic headache
They may account for as many as a quarter of chronic daily headache cases in otherwise healthy adults.
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"Good" fat may be new weapon in obesity fight
A new understanding of the origins of brown fat cells -- the "good" kind of fat that burns energy and keeps us warm -- may lead to new treatments for obesity.
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Doctors must fight the stigma, not encourage it
Doctors discriminate against people living with HIV/Aids too.
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1 nurse for 220 by 2015
To meet the target, the Health Ministry will have to recruit 40 per cent more nurses.
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Incense linked to cancers
Chinese S'poreans with heavy incense use had various respiratory cancers.
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Possible nuclear leak no health risk
Radioactivity from US sub calling at S'pore in 2006 less than that found in smoke detector.
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Face transplants give hope to disfigured victims
Suffering an illness that deforms the face, a man was given a new nose, mouth and chin.
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Wombs for hire: No right or wrong
Reader feels it depends on one's thinking and whether one can accept the practice or not.
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Hospital to explain how report was leaked
The report contained information ruling out that Mohd Saiful Bukhari Azlan was sodomised.
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Infections may cause premature births
Bacteria or fungi found in 15 per cent of the amniotic fluid samples taken from women in pre-term labour.
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Parliament: Pollution in Pasir Ris beach waters
Singapore's environment minister responds to a question about the water quality at Pasir Ris beach.
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Canada says 12 dead in food poisoning outbreak
The are among the 26 confirmed cases of food poisoning linked to deli meats.
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Suicide among youths
The Minister for Education responds to a question on what is being done to reduce the suicide rate among youths.
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Will organ trading be legalised?
PM Lee's National Day Rally speech heralded changes. Is it now time for organ trading to be legalised?
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Singapore magnate pleads guilty in kidney case: report
Lawyer said Tang made false declarations because of desperate want of a donor kidney.
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New anti-bird flu air purifier
It is said to eliminate 99.9 per cent of the virulent H5N1 strain of bird flu within 10 minutes.
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No feeling in right arm
Like many babies, Jia Xin likes to bite things. Even her own fingers. And until she bleeds.
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Sleep helps selectively preserve emotional memories
Study suggests that sleep tends to promote better memory of objects that evoke emotions.
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Flying is a headache, literally, for many travellers
Study says a variety of factors could contribute to headaches, including stress, poor air quality, engine noise and changes in pressure.
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Sex lubricant popular acne cure
Designed for sex workers and gay men, Cambodian women have found a new use for Number One Plus.
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Mental skills fade earlier than thought: study
Most people said to reach their mental peak between the ages of 35 and 40, then begin a steady decline.
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Sleep quality drops with age, but effects diminish
Older individuals had less sleep time, more night time awakenings.
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Exercise forges brain changes in stroke survivors
And improvement can occur a long time - months and years after the stroke.
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Truth hurts
Does a doctor have the right to withhold information from a patient if he knows the latter has no hope of surviving? |
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Study points to brain chemical involved in obesity
Finding could lead to new drugs to help some obese people. -Reuters
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Plan set to tackle cancer
Tobacco and alcohol consumption as well as obesity levels must be curbed for cancer rates to drop. -Reuters
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Fish oil cuts death rate
The positive finding boosts the health-giving reputation of fish oil. -Reuters
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