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Oct
Oct
The 2026–2027 Northern Hemisphere flu vaccine has updated strains. Who should get it, what to do if you had a flu jab this year, side effects, subsidies and how to book at Ashford Medical Centre, Serangoon Garden.
Category Archives: Medical
Cough and Sore Throat: What to Know Before You See a Doctor A scratchy throat and a nagging cough are two of the most common reasons people book a doctor’s appointment — and in the vast majority of cases, they’re caused by an ordinary viral infection that clears up on its own within one to […]
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Oct
Oct
MITOCHONDRIAL HEALTH AND BIO-HACKING: UNLOCKING THE POWER OF YOUR CELLS Mitochondria, often referred to as the powerhouse of the cell, play a crucial role in energy production, metabolism, and overall health. These small organelles are responsible for converting the nutrients we consume into adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the energy currency of the cell. Given their importance, […]
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Jun
Jun
PRE DIABETES Pre-diabetes is a condition that occurs when blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not yet high enough to be classified as type 2 diabetes. It serves as a warning sign that an individual is at a higher risk of developing full-blown diabetes if lifestyle changes are not made. Pre-diabetes is typically […]
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May
May
What is health screening? Health screening is essentially used as a tool for early detection of health and medical problems. This is important because it allows for the physician and the patient to pave a path for early treatment which in turn will reduce future treatment cost and complications. It usually involves a full history, […]
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May
May
What is PCV20? PCV20 is a pneumococcal vaccine that protects against 20 types of pneumococcal bacteria, a common cause of pneumonia, blood infections and meningitis. It covers seven more types than the older PCV13 vaccine. Who is it recommended for? Since 1 September 2025, PCV20 has been on Singapore’s National Adult Immunisation Schedule for: adults […]
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Mar
Mar
What is Knee Osteoarthritis (OA)? A degenerative joint disease or ‘wear and tear’ arthritis that occurs when the protective cartilage within the knee joint wears away. It can affect anyone at any age, but it is most common in people over 50 and affects women more than men. Knee OA is caused by cartilage […]
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Feb
Feb
Shingles is a painful rash caused by the same virus as chickenpox. This article explains who gets it, the symptoms to look out for, the complications it can cause, and how vaccination can help protect you. What is shingles? After you have had chickenpox, the virus stays dormant in your nerves for life. Shingles happens […]
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Feb
Feb
What is a trigger finger ? A condition that causes the finger or thumb to suddenly snap or lock when bent. It is caused by inflammation and swelling of the tendon or tendon sheath that surround the tendon in the finger. What are the symptoms? May notice painless clicking with movement of the affected finger […]
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Jan
Jan
They are a form of antiviral treatment prescribed to certain patients to assist in reducing the severity of the illness and change of hospitalisation, ICU care and death. They assist in stopping the replication of the COVID 19 virus in the body. What COVID-19 oral antiviral medications are available? Paxlovid and Molnupiravir are two of […]
