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Father’s Day Special: 7 Tips to Help Your Dad Stay in the Pink of Health

The best gift we could ever grant our loved ones is health. Appreciation can be shown in various ways. Instead of getting your dad the latest smart phone or fancy gadget, read on to find out how you can help your dad stay healthy in the long run! 1. Health Screening As one ages, their risks of certain conditions increase too. Besides the three highs, – high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and high blood sugar (also known as diabetes mellitus) – cancers relating to the colon and rectum, prostate, and lungs are among the most common cancers affecting men in...

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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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Chicken pox vs Measles; Myths and Misconceptions

How well do you understand chicken pox and measles? Both infections are more prevalent with young children under five, but do you know that adults can also contract them? Many may have the misconception that being infected with chicken pox or measles will naturally help to build a child’s immune system earlier. However, some of the myths that you hear may not always be true. Let’s debunk some of these common misconceptions. Early exposure to chicken pox/ measles will help to build your child’s immune system Fact: True/ False Almost all persons, regardless of age who have contracted...

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Your Guide to the Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)

Many people are familiar with a will – it contains instructions to their loved ones on managing their affairs upon death. But what happens in the event when you lose mental capacity, and cannot make decisions nor manage your affairs by yourself? You risk having your financial assets frozen, since your loved ones cannot access them without your consent. Various institutions may not recognise decisions that your loved ones make for you, causing them unnecessary frustration and hardship. To act for you and manage your affairs, your loved ones will have to apply to become your deputy through the courts...

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