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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...

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...