New private hospital opens in KL
New KL private hospital seeks to 'set the benchmark for international medical best practices for Malaysia and Asia'.
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Treadmill walking aids stroke survivors
It helped them improve their mobility and physical conditioning and also led to a "rewiring" of the brain.
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Frenchwoman, 59, gives birth
Woman circumvented age limits by going to private Vietnamese clinic. -AFP
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When your ears fill up with wax
People are advised not to use cotton swabs, which tend to only push the wax farther into the ear.
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Facilities for ill kids needed
When young children fall ill, where can working parents send them, asks a reader.
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Dengue TV ads should educate, not instil fear
Why is the mum portrayed to be the person at fault in dengue ad, asks a reader.
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Lack of joy in life ups early death risk: study
No "ikigai"? You are more likely to die within the next few years.
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From too ill to move, to too big a bill
Family shocked by $700,000 bill after 7-month stay at private hospital. |
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Hospital: Transfer involves many factors
There was limited opportunity to transfer Mdm Wong to restructured hospitals, said ParkwayHealth spokesman.
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Possible savings from switching
At least $270,000 could have been saved if she had been transferred to a subsidised ward in a restructured hospital.
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Exercise aids elderly memory
Regular, moderate exercise may help improve memory in older people and delay the onset of dementia.
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All types of sexual activity carry some STD risk
Protection is important even for non-coital sexual activities.
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Clue found to sudden death risk
Infants born early to smokers are at greatly increased risk of sudden infant death syndrome; study suggest why.
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Up: Subsidised ward charges
Singapore's public hospitals have raised ward charges in the last two months.
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All a stranger needed was her IC number
S'pore woman receives a bill for emergency hospital treatment she never received.
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Mood in pregnancy impacts early child development
Study finds children of mothers who were depressed while pregnant to more likely have developmental delay.
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Blackouts force power-free surgery
The families of three patients undergoing surgery had a frightening experience when the electricity went out.
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Gene trawl shows curing cancer harder than thought
Cancer experts found that cancer is much more complicated than anyone thought.
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Johor has the most Chikungunya cases
It recorded the highest with 996 cases, equivalent to 58% of the total number of reports in the country.
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617 children infected last week
Ministry tracking situation closely as number crosses epidemic level.
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Daytime sleeping linked to poor recovery in rehab
Falling asleep in the day is a sign of poor-quality sleep at night.
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Exposed: Chai Chee's 'Dr' Doze
He wakes up only for the occasional passer-by who approach him seeking a controlled sedative. |
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Malacca declares war on Aedes
Drastic measures taken to stem the rise in suspected dengue and Chikungunya cases in the heart of the city's old quarter.
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Anaemia drug ups memory
Drug used to boost blood production also improves memory. Could be used for diseases like multiple sclerosis and schizophrenia. -Reuters
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Man claims 'horror treatment' by dentist
The dentist already has several police reports lodged against him for allegedly injuring his patients.
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Vitamin B12 may protect against brain shrinkage
Vitamin B12 helps in the formation of red blood cells and is important for the maintenance of the central nervous system.
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Packed hospital ERs
Record numbers flock to Singapore's emergency rooms, but most patients have just relatively minor ailments like fevers, sprains and headaches.
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Sweat-prone athletes may be protected from asthma
"So, if athletes sweat, drool, or cry, at least they won't gasp."
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Complications common for liver donors
38% of liver donors will experience a complication with their surgical procedure. -Reuters
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Vitamin D shifts into focus
The body can't make vitamin D on its own. Research shows this defect can be troubling, especially among children.
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Baby milk powder scare
14 babies in China who drank the same brand of milk powder were admitted to hospital for kidney stones.
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Brush your teeth to ward off heart attack, stroke
Poor dental hygiene boosts the risk of these two conditions, a pair of studies reported this week. |
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Allergan says Botox works on chronic migraines
Injections at fixed-sites in varying locations, like the forehead and temples, were well tolerated, it said.
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The Joy of Sex is back, tweaked for the noughties
New book is aimed at the couple and includes many new entries. like advice on internet sex, sex shops and intercourse during pregnancy.
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"Condom" ring-tone a hit in India
Designed to promote safe sex, it can be downloaded from a website.
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Pine bark extract may reduce knee arthritis pain
Marketed under the brand-name Pycnogenol, the herbal extract appears to work as a potent anti-inflammatory.
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Avoid Chinese-made baby formula: US
Chinese authorities said tainted, milk-based formula killed one baby and caused kidney stones in dozens of others.
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S'pore PR sets up clinic for foreign workers
He said about 2 in 10 of the patients receive free treatment - they don't have to pay for consultation or medicine. |
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Lawmakers investigate Wyeth vitamin claims
Ads make claim that Centrum Cardio vitamin lowers cholesterol.
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Merck vaccine wins OK for vaginal cancer
Gardasil is already approved to prevent cervical cancer and genital warts in girls and women aged nine to 26 years.
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Spending on health care 'bound to go up'
But it would still be reasonable if kept below 10% of GDP in the future, says Health Minister.
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Spending on health care 'bound to go up'
But it would still be reasonable if kept below 10% of GDP in the future, says S'pore's Health Minister. |
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M'sian kitchens the dirtiest among 7 nations
A recent survey finds that the kitchens have more bacteria than restrooms.
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Measures in place to stem rising STIs among S'pore youths: Khaw
A 2006 Students' Health Survey found that 4 per cent of Secondary 3 and 4 students have had sexual intercourse.
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Second infant death in China milk scandal
Melamine, used in plastics, was found in the contaminated milk powder that caused kidney stones and complications in infants.
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Avastin slows progression of lung cancer
All treatment groups in the study demonstrated an average overall survival of more than 13 months.
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Breast cancer vaccine helps body fight tumors
Their new vaccine delivers a cancer-fighting gene into cells, which then produce immune system proteins as well as tumor-destroying cells.
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Healthy lifestyle raises beneficial enzyme
As expected, they lost weight, lowered their blood pressure and saw other health improvements.
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Mental Capacity Bill passed in Parliament
Singaporeans will be able to appoint a trusted person to make decisions on their behalf in case they lose their mental capacity.
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Breastfeeding may boost post-baby weight loss
Encouraging mothers to exclusively breastfeed their infants is one way to help these women avoid becoming overweight or obese.
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Early daycare linked to lower asthma risk
Timing of a child's entrance into daycare may play an important role in the maturation of the immune system.
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Common plastics chemical linked to heart problems
People can consume BPA when it leaches out of the plastic into baby formula, water or food inside a container. |
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Probe finds 20 percent of China milk companies in scandal
Two infants have since died and more than 1,200 diagnosed with kidney illness in a growing scandal that authorities have warned may be yet to peak.
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Fear, confusion, anger for Chinese parents amid milk scare
They are now at a loss as to what to feed their babies.
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Sex and sexuality
'Society's shortcomings in addressing sexuality issues is clear in the rising numbers of Aids infections, sexual abuse, unwanted pregnancies.'
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Study links some antibiotic use to cerebral palsy
The risk of cerebral palsy was increased by either anti-biotic, although the overall risk of this condition was low.
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Daily walking boosts health and survival among the very old
Just an hour a day can make a key difference.
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Plastics chemical Bisphenol A is common, controversial
Studies have shown that BPA is in the urine of more than 90 percent of people in the United States.
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No such thing as a safe tan?
The signals in the cells that induce sun tanning appear to be DNA damage, said a cell biologist.
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Japan probes 7,000 over tainted rice
Government establishing if any former or current officials were entertained by private rice dealers in the past five years. - Yomiuri Shimbun, ANN
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S'pore bans import of all milk and dairy from China
Besides Yili yoghurt bar, melamine also found in Dutch Lady strawberry milk. -Reuters
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3rd health group set up
Services such as giving medical advice over the telephone will also be developed. ST
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Risque of teens at risk
Sexually active teens are on the rise but many are ignorant of the deadlier aspects of unprotected sex
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When to talk about the birds and the bees
Parents should listen to and answer their children's questions on sex as honestly as they can and allow them to air their views on sex and sexuality. |
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She Googled to learn about sex
'I'd Google to find out so I don't look like I don't know about it.'
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Obesity may lower a man's fertility
Excess body fat may increase the conversion of testosterone to estrogen in a man's blood.
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Almost 13,000 children hospitalised in China milk scare
104 babies in serious condition, according to the official Xinhua news agency.
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Pink rubber duckies, anyone?
What does a pink rubber duck has to do with breast cancer awareness?
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Nearly 53,000 Chinese children sickened by milk powder
104 of those babies were in serious condition after consuming dairy products tainted with melamine.
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Shoppers switch to non-China milk
Supermarkets are stocking up on dairy products from other countries. -myp |
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Happy day for 'Siamese twins'
Born conjoined at their abdomen, they were successfully separated and just celebrated their first birthday.
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Acupuncture beats drug to treat hot flashes: study
There were no bad side effects with acupuncture, and women reported increased energy, overall sense of well-being and sexual desire.
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Body pain may be due to chronic sinus trouble
Endoscopic sinus surgery to clear clogged sinuses can bring significant relief from constant body aches.
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Diabetes and pressure will dampen sex life
Doctor: Heart patients should not be taking Viagra. -The Star
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On the suicide of a friend: A listening ear could have helped
'He never once spoke of suicide or hinted that he was at his wits' end.'
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Dairy firms: Our milk products are safe
The Malaysian counterparts of Dutch Lady, F&N dairies and Mars give assurance that their products are free of melamine.
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Too little info? Crying over spoilt milk
First infant milk powder, then yoghurt bars and now even M&Ms and poultry-flavoured biscuits!
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I'll take warnings seriously now
An alarmed shopper said she will even boycott her regular brand of oats because it is made in China. |
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Three more blind patients helped by gene therapy
Their eye diseases were treated by replacing the faulty genes in their eyes with healthy ones.
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21 kids down with stomach flu in childcare centre
Outbreak distresses parents who are already jumpy pver melamine scare. -myp
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Asthma linked to time spent in swimming pool
Taking in chlorinated pool water and its vapours can damage the cellular barriers protecting the lungs from allergens.
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Six imports among 13 new cases of chikungunya
The new local cases were repoted in Lim Chu Kang, Sungei Kadut, Bah Soon Pah Road and St Martin's Drive.
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Nestle milk products 'safe to eat'
It said its milk powders and dairy-based products like Milo are not sourced from China.
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28 Chikungunya cases in Pahang
The highest number of cases was in Maran, where 12 people tested positive. -NST
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132 products may have melamine
Up from 53 items from Wednesday. -The Star
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Doctor's dilemma
A patient was diagnosed with cancer and started chemotherapy. He sought a second opinion and was told he did not have cancer. |
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Blood supply low in Perak hospitals due to dengue outbreak
Public urged to donate blood. -The Star
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Keep the arteries unclogged
It's alarming. Malaysians suffer from heart attacks seven years earlier than their Western counterparts. -NST
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Lawyer: China milk victims pressed to quit
Growing govt sensitivity over the scandal blamed. -Reuters
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Organ transplant law to include reimbursing donor
It's not unethical to compensate donor, said Health Minister Khaw, adding that the sum is likely to be in the tens of thousands of dollars. |
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