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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...

The Silent Epidemic: Hepatitis B

Imagine an invader silently infiltrating our bodies, infecting us without our knowledge. Well, that is hepatitis B for you. Unseen and stealthy, hepatitis B hides in plain sight, causing chronic infections and putting people at risk of long-term health complications. Unlike its counterparts such as hepatitis A and C, which often present with noticeable symptoms, hepatitis B distinguishes itself through its asymptomatic nature. Many infected individuals remain unaware of their infections for years, acting as carriers, ready to unwittingly pass it on to others. What is Hepatitis B? Hepatitis B is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus...