What is acne? Your skin is made up of pores that contain sebaceous glands. These sebaceous glands produce sebum or oil that moisten your skin or hair. Acne occurs when your hair follicles become ... Read more →
Maladie Mains-Pieds-Bouche (MMPB) : Ce Que Vous Devez Savoir
En tant que parents de jeunes enfants vivant à Singapour, nous sommes nombreux à avoir une expérience de première main de la maladie mains-pieds-bouche (MMPB). Sinon, il ne faudra pas longtemps avant ... Read more →
World Mental Health Day – Wed 10 October
World Mental Health Day will be held on Wednesday 10 October. To highlight the complexities around this topic we asked Dr Méli Noël at IMC Jelita about what types of mental health issues she sees in ... Read more →
Breast cancer: the facts you need to know
To highlight Breast Cancer Awareness Month we asked Dr Sundus Morgan from IMC Katong to give us the latest data and information on breast cancer. What is the average age of getting breast ... Read more →
Dr Sonali explains what heart disease is…
Heart disease encompasses a wide range of problems that affect the structure and function of the heart. Several diseases and conditions fall under the umbrella of heart disease. What are the ... Read more →
Getting to know our Doctors…Dr Sundus Morgan
Dr Sundus, welcome to IMC! Firstly, how long have you been in Singapore? This is my 10th year in Singapore. My husband and I left our jobs in London and came to Singapore seeking a “two year ... Read more →
The dangers lurking on beach holidays…
Beach holidays are one of the must dos in South East Asia as there are excellent beaches and clear water in regional countries. Despite the often idyllic surroundings, the beach is not without its ... Read more →
Migraines – all you need to know
What causes migraines? The cause exact cause of migraines is not clear. It was previously thought that migraines were caused by changes in blood flow in the brain but this may not be the only or main ... Read more →
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD)
As parents with young children living in Singapore, many of us have had first-hand experience with Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD). If not, it will not be long before one will hear about it or ... Read more →
What to do if your child ingests poison
Children are notorious for putting everything in their mouths. It is natural and a common way for children to learn about their surroundings. While it is important to encourage our kids to explore and ... Read more →
Welcome to Singapore – what you need to know about health here
When moving to a new country, it is normal to have a mixture of feelings. You may feel excited at the thought of all the new experiences you will have, but you may also have concerns about some of the ... Read more →
Why your waistline matters….Dr Valerie Druon
We may find ourselves unhappy with our waistline at various points throughout life. This can be especially true after a period of eating and drinking on holiday. We asked Dr Valerie Druon from IMC ... Read more →