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Your Guide to Health Screening Tests in Singapore

Getting the correct health screening tests or package is tricky business. If you do a quick search about this topic on the Internet or online forums, you will often see questions like “Which health screening tests do I need, and which package will you recommend?” With so many health screening packages available at different price points out there, it could be confusing to decide which package or tests best cater to your needs and budget. So, where do you begin? Read on to find out more. Health Screening Tests: The More the Better? Essential Diseases to Test For Other...

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N95, KF94, Surgical or Cloth: Which mask do I choose?

A face mask is one of the key defences in guarding against the spread of viruses and is even more necessary with the prevalence of more transmissible COVID-19 strains in the community. While consistent mask use by the whole community is essential, wearing the correct mask is just as critical in our fight against the pandemic. It is important to understand that not all masks provide the same protection, especially when the new variants of COVID-19 appear to spread more easily. The key to keeping yourself and your loved ones protected is wearing masks with higher filtration capabilities. Here is...

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Here’s How Running A Marathon Affects Your Body – And How You Can Reduce The Effects

While completing a marathon may give you a sense of accomplishment, you also risk damaging your body, at least in the short run. Running a marathon puts tremendous physiological demands on you. Your body temperature rises. You lose water and electrolytes through sweat. Your heart pumps faster and harder. Your legs need more blood to fuel their movement. Your muscles produce more waste products from prolonged exertion. These bodily changes affect you in several ways: You Risk Injury to Your Joints, Bones, and Ligaments Although marathons won’t necessarily contribute to joint and feet injuries, prolonged running on hard...

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