Frequent hand washing, wearing masks and hand sanitising have now all been fully integrated into our every day lives. However, the prospect of traveling and in particular flying is still very ... Read more →
Roseola
What is Roseola? Roseola is a clinical syndrome characterized by three to five days of high fever that resolves itself abruptly and is followed by a development of a spotty or patchy reddish rash. ... Read more →
Children and dengue – what to look out for
The current situation Unfortunately we are experiencing the highest number of weekly dengue cases ever recorded in Singapore. The current numbers are more than double the record high of 891 cases in ... Read more →
Why do I need a Health Screening?
Even if you’re feeling healthy, a regular health check-up is a good way to validate your health or identify a problem in its early stages. Health Screenings can detect health conditions early - before ... Read more →
Travelling in the time of COVID-19
The months of June till September usually point to the most exciting time of the year… The Summer Holidays! But alas, times have changed and we live in the midst of an invisible threat, insidiously ... Read more →
Importance of good mental health and communication
It’s natural to feel unhappy at this unprecedented time. None of us feel positive all the time- its okay to feel sad, angry, annoyed, frustrated, scared and anxious- it’s what makes us human - but ... Read more →
Resumption of Healthcare Services
Ministry of Health (MOH) have lifted some of the previous restrictions imposed during the Circuit Breaker. As a guideline, some of the services that can now resume are highlighted below. Please note ... Read more →
Dengue – at unprecedented levels in Singapore
What is dengue? Dengue is a viral infection transmitted by the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito. It is characterized by a persistent high fever. Globally there are 4 serotypes of the dengue virus, ... Read more →
Visiting the GP during the COVID-19 outbreak
We are aware that many people feel anxious about the idea of having to visit the GP during the Circuit Breaker. Dr Neil Forrest from IMC Camden answers a few common questions which we hope will put ... Read more →
Anxiety in the time of COVID- 19
Within just a few weeks, a virus has swept across the globe, temporarily changing the way we all live our lives. Travel plans have been cancelled, parents are suddenly juggling their children’s ... Read more →
Welcome to Dr Hina Kadwani
Welcome to Singapore! How long have you been in Singapore and what have you been doing since you arrived? I have been in Singapore for just over a year now, after moving from London for my husband’s ... Read more →
Coping: Teenagers at home during COVID-19
The current pandemic is unprecedented for us all and although the physical risk is less extreme for teenagers, their mental well-being may well be affected. Teenagers tend to value peer group ... Read more →
