Needle Phobia: Helping Your Child Get Over Their Fear
At IMC, we often see children or teenagers who are distressed because they can’t seem to overcome their fear of needles, or they have anxiety when they need to see…
Digital Brain Function Screen (DBFS)
What is the Digital Brain Function Screen (DBFS)? DBFS is a computerised cognitive screening aid developed by Neurowyzr used to identify patients who exhibit signs of early cognitive decline or…
Contraception: It’s your choice!
Birth control is an important part of women’s reproductive life, it empowers women to make decisions regarding family planning and their reproductive health. There is a wide range of contraceptive…
Is Iron Infusion Right For Me?
Iron infusions are usually prescribed if you have low iron levels which can lead to anemia and you have one or more of the following factors such as: Unable to…
Straits Times Article – Long Covid In Kids
Dr Shivani Paliwal, interviewed by Straits Times (published 13th March 2024) on an article about Long Covid in kids, “Dr Shivani Paliwal, a paediatrician in private practice and head of…
Ageing and Immunity: The vital role of vaccinations
As life expectancy climbs globally, so does the likelihood of encountering chronic conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. With ageing, our susceptibility to these ailments rises, adding strain to…
The Lingering Cough and Cold: What you should know
Common colds usually start with a viral infection and typically clear in 1 to 2 weeks. Some people continue to have mucus and cough, which can take up to 8…
The Lifestyle Prescription: Unraveling the Impact on Type 2 Diabetes Management
WORLD DIABETES DAY 2023 Can Type 2 Diabetes be reversed? Today is World Diabetes Day, and the theme of 2023 is “Empowering Global Health”. With the rise in the prevalence…
Addressing Chronic Disease with Lifestyle Medicine
With two board-certified doctors in this specialty at IMC, we will now offer Lifestyle Medicine consultations to complement our existing GP services. A prescription for a lifestyle medicine approach to…
Navigating ADHD Beyond Diagnosis
Receiving an ADHD diagnosis marks the initial step in your journey to address and manage ADHD symptoms that may disrupt various aspects of your life. The key to successfully navigating…
Insights into Adult ADHD: From Recognition to Diagnosis
Throughout my clinical practice spanning the last ten years, I’ve observed a recurring pattern among adults who suspect they may have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), but they did not…
The Oestrogen Effect: Menopause and Cardiovascular Health
Menopause is defined as 12 months post the last menstrual period. The years before and after menopause form part of the menopause transition known as peri-menopause and post-menopause. Menopause occurs…
Northern Hemisphere Flu vaccine 2023/2024 Now Available
The Northern Hemisphere Flu vaccine has arrived for the 2023/2024 Northern Hemisphere Influenza season. It covers the following strains: A/Victoria/4897/2022 (H1N1)pdm09-like virus; A/Darwin/9/2021 (H3N2)-like virus; B/Austria/1359417/2021 (B/Victoria lineage)-like virus; and…
Early Detection of Learning Difficulties in Children: Safeguarding Mental Health and Well-being
Understanding the intricate link between learning difficulties and mental health is essential to help children and adolescents. Learning difficulties can significantly impact their emotional well-being, self-esteem, and overall mental health.…
Skin Cancer: What to Look Out For?
Skin cancer is a prevalent and potentially life-threatening form of cancer that affects millions of people worldwide. Timely detection and treatment are paramount to improve the prognosis and increase the…
National Electronic Health Record (NEHR)
Experience the future of healthcare in Singapore with IMC and the National Electronic Health Record Singapore (NEHR). At IMC, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and management for all your…
A to Z of Contraception
Navigating the realm of birth control can be daunting with the many options available, each catering to diverse needs and preferences. From condoms to hormonal pills, intrauterine coils, implants, and…
Assessing Wounds: When to Seek Medical Attention
Accidents can happen anywhere, but it’s often at home, where minor cuts and wounds are sustained. Therefore, it’s crucial to determine when medical attention is necessary or if the wound…
Volunteering with Healthserve
International Medical Clinic is proud to announce our collaboration with Healthserve as part of our corporate social responsibility (CSR). Healthserve is an Institution of Public Character (IPC)-registered charity that advocates…
Antibiotics for Children: Frequently Asked Questions
Antibiotics are an essential tool in modern medicine, used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections in children. However, it’s important to use antibiotics responsibly, as overuse can lead…
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