Talking to Children About Grief and Death: A Guide for Every Age
Guest Contributor
When a family experiences the death of a loved one, explaining the concept of loss to a child can feel overwhelming. How do we talk about something so final, so…
Gifting Confidence to Mothers this May
Motherhood is a journey filled with love, sacrifice, and strength—but often, mums place their own well-being at the bottom of the priority list. This May, in celebration of Mother’s Day,…
Youth Drug Use – Balancing Law and Order with Community Health
The 2022 IMH Health and Lifestyle Survey recently reported a drug use prevalence rate of 0.70%, defined as individuals who had used drugs within the past 12 months. Unfortunately, this…
Understanding Chronic Sinusitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Singapore’s humid climate and fluctuating temperatures can exacerbate respiratory conditions, particularly chronic sinusitis. Unlike acute sinusitis, which resolves within a few weeks, chronic sinusitis lingers for over 12 weeks, significantly…
The Importance of Advancing HPV Awareness in Asia Through Public Education and Collaboration
Today (March 4th) is HPV Awareness Day, dedicated to raising awareness about the human papillomavirus (HPV), a common virus that can lead to various health issues, including genital warts and…
Why Having “Many Women in Your Company” Shouldn’t Be Surprising…But Still Is
A few months ago, I was attending a business event when someone turned to me and said, “Wow, you have so many women in your company!” At first, I laughed…
How Does Cybersex Crimes Affect The Mental Health of Youths in Singapore
In Singapore, there have been reported cases of deepfakes being used to scam individuals out of their money. In other instances, deepfakes have been weaponised to create explicit content without…
Perimenopause: An Expert’s Guide on Turning Your Hot Flashes into Cool Confidence
Perimenopause is the transitional phase during which a woman’s body moves from its reproductive years toward menopause. In this article, we invite Dr Vikram Sonawane, Senior Consultant Endocrinologist and Founder…
Public Consultation on the Proposed Regulation for Cell, Tissue and Gene Therapy Products under the Health Products Act
The Health Sciences Authority (HSA), a statutory board of the Ministry of Health (MOH), invites stakeholders to provide feedback on the following 2 new pieces of legislation: Proposed Health Products…
How Proactive Care Can Delay Ageing Issues and Enhance Quality of Life for Singapore’s Seniors
Ageing is a natural process, but recent research reveals it often occurs in accelerated bursts, particularly around the ages of 44 and 60. These shifts can lead to physical and…
