Melissa Fann

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Melissa Fann is the founder and editor of The Wellness Insider, an independent Singapore-based wellness media platform founded in 2016. She writes and edits practical wellness content covering health, fitness, food, women’s health, family, healthy ageing and everyday wellbeing, with a focus on helping readers make informed choices in a Singapore context.

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Valentine’s Day in Singapore 2026: Romantic Dates, Unique Experiences, and Anti-Valentine Alternatives

Melissa Fann
30/01/2026

Valentine’s Day no longer comes in a single shape or script. In 2026, the way we celebrate love in Singapore has expanded beyond the predictable dinner-and-flowers formula to include nature-led…

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Chinatown Gallops into the Year of the Horse with a Season of Light, Culture and Community

Melissa Fann
20/01/2026

As the Year of the Horse approaches, Chinatown is once again set to become one of Singapore’s most vibrant cultural heartlands, transforming its streets into a glowing celebration of movement,…

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When Dining Becomes Dignity: How Inclusive Menus Are Changing the Way Seniors Eat Out

Melissa Fann
14/01/2026

For many of us, dining out is second nature — a way to celebrate birthdays, mark milestones or simply enjoy a good meal with loved ones. But for seniors and…

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Is There Really a “PCOS Diet”? What the Science Says — and How to Find What Works for You

Melissa Fann
07/01/2026

Lately, my Instagram and Facebook feeds have been filled with ads promoting “the PCOS diet” — neatly packaged meal plans promising hormone balance, symptom relief, and clarity around what to…

Health

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Bridging Medical and Social Care for Vulnerable Individuals in the Community

Melissa Fann
05/01/2026

As healthcare needs grow increasingly complex, addressing medical issues alone is often not enough. Many individuals face overlapping challenges that extend beyond the clinic — including mental health concerns, financial…

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From Heart Attack to Giving Back: Gary Tham on Recovery, Resilience and Starting the Year with Purpose

Melissa Fann
02/01/2026

The start of a new year often prompts reflection on health, priorities, and the quiet promises we make to ourselves about doing better. For Gary Tham, those reflections are not…

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Top Spots to Dine and Party This NYE in Singapore

Melissa Fann
20/12/2025

As 2025 draws to a close, Singapore’s dining and nightlife scene is rolling out some of its most ambitious year-end experiences — from sky-high countdowns to champagne-fuelled dinners, waterfront festivities…

Health

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Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, PCOS: Why You Might Have More Than One — And Why No One Warns You

Melissa Fann
17/12/2025

When a Single Scan Nearly Missed Everything Many women are diagnosed based on fragments of information: a scan here, a symptom there, a quick label to make things fit. But…

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KPLASS Far Infrared Relief Patches Review: Surprisingly Powerful Warmth for Shoulder Tension and Post-Surgery Sensitivity

Melissa Fann
12/12/2025

With the growing interest in natural, non-invasive wellness solutions, infrared therapy patches have been popping up on pharmacy shelves across Singapore. KPLASS — a homegrown brand specialising in Far Infrared…

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Illuminate MediSpa Review: Where Discreet Luxury Meets Intelligent Aesthetics at Dempsey Hill

Melissa Fann
11/12/2025

Stepping into Illuminate MediSpa feels like entering a different Singapore — one where wellness is wrapped in quiet luxury rather than fluorescent lights and mall corridors. Tucked inside a sprawling…