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TCM: A Holistic Approach to Women’s Health

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has a fascinating history that spans thousands of years and continues to be a thriving practice today. From herbal medicine to acupuncture, TCM offers a unique approach to healthcare and has been widely used in treating various gynaecological conditions. While western medicine often emphasises the use of medication or surgery to treat symptoms, TCM focuses on restoring the balance and flow of Qi (vital energy) to promote our overall well-being. Read on to find out how TCM can help to address women’s health issues. Menstrual Disorders If you constantly suffer from period cramps and heavy, irregular...

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Understanding and Navigating through Male Infertility

Often overlooked, male infertility is a silent struggle within our society. Leaving no visible signs, the invisible burden of infertility weighs heavily on couples and individuals yearning to conceive. Infertility affects a significant number of couples, with about 15 per cent of couples worldwide experiencing difficulties conceiving. Therefore, it is important to shed light and unravel the enigma of male infertility, and provide guidance on how one can navigate through it. Unveiling the Causes Infertility refers to the inability of a couple conceiving a child after actively trying for 12 months. In about 50 per cent of infertile couples, male...

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Prevention tips for common STDs in Singapore

Conversations about sexual education and health may often be avoided and uneasy to discuss. However, the prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases or infections (STDs or STIs) in Singapore is much higher than you think. According to studies by the Department of STI Control (DSC), there has been an increase in STD rates in Singapore since 2014*. Did you know that some STDs may not show any symptom, and it is also possible for individuals to be infected with more than one STD or STI? With that said, here are some common STDs in Singapore, and how you can spot and...

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Debunking myths about fertility; your first step to family planning

No matter which stage of your relationship you and your partner are at, it is important for couples to take the first step in family planning together and understand what to expect prior to conception and pregnancy. We all know that dietary and lifestyle choices made during pregnancy has a significant effect on the baby, but what about the choices made before pregnancy? Let’s debunk some myths about fertility and how you can manage pre-pregnancy choices in a healthier way. Conceiving is easy Did you know that the chances of conceiving naturally before an individual reaches 35 years of age...

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