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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
Why your waistline matters…
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. Here we will…
Problem Periods – Dr King explains how we can help
Periods-What are they? Your period is part of the menstrual cycle and causes bleeding from your vagina. The bleeding can last between 3-8 days. Your period usually start’s around the…
Coughs and Colds in children – do you really need that bag of medicine?
Coughs and colds are one of the most common problems seen in Paediatrics, something that every child will have over and over. For children in day care or frequently near…
Perimenopause explained by Dr Vinu Sahlén
What does perimenopause mean? Perimenopause means “around menopause.” It is a phase in a woman’s life marked by alterations in the quantity and frequency of oestrogen production, which is the…
Sexual Health Screenings – The facts
Who should consider having a Sexual Health Screen? If you are sexually active, screening for Sexually Transmitted Infection’s (STI’s) is an important way to protect your health. Many STI’s have…
Why am I always tired?
“I am always so tired these days.” “I just don’t seem to have the energy I used to.” I’m exhausted by 8 o’clock at night.” Ring a bell? One of…
How to avoid Traveller’s Diarrhea on your next holiday
Many of us are planning on getting on long haul flights over the coming weeks as the northern hemisphere summer holidays approach. It’s worth noting that some people may…
Flying long haul? What you need to know about Deep Vein Thrombosis
The summer holidays are approaching and many of us will be heading away for the summer vacation. Taking long-haul flights to and from Singapore is common. Here is a timely…
Pelvic Floor concerns? We get the Doctor and the physiotherapist view
Pelvic Floor dysfunction – we asked Dr Heather King from IMC and women’s health physiotherapist Kelly McGinnity at UFIT all about the uncomfortable truth about post-partum pelvic floor issues. What…
Hazy about the Haze?
The return of the hot, dry season may mean that forests in Sumatra and Kalimantan in Indonesia are more prone to fires (spontaneous or set by farmers to clear their…
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