HEALTH TIPS & SCREENING ARTICLES
Mending a Broken Shoulder 
Injuries in and around the shoulders
are common, especially amongst Athletes.
Yet conventional methods of mending
acromioclavicular join (ACJ) diskocations and
fractures fail to provide a long lasng solution
to the problem. In reponse to this, Dr. Lim Yeow
Wai, Ortho paedic Surgeon, Raffles Orthopaedic
Centre,. developed a new Technicque,
Triple Endobutton, to counter this.. Read More..
Office Super Villains 
These are eight characters you wish you do not see in your office. Yet, these characters are prevalent
in most offices. See if you identify these characters and learn practical tips to handling and managing
these office super villains. Read More...
Fashionable Hazards 
- Keep the duration of wearing high heels
to the maximum of three consecutive
hours.
- Wear pants or underpants that are cottonbased,
more airy and not so tight fitting.
- If you experience signs such as hair
breakage around the scalp or random
bald patches, stop wearing the offending
hairstyle immediately and observe to see if
the situation improves.
- When buying a bag, take note of the weight of the empty bag. Some materials or
charms make the bag heavy even when it is not filled. Read More...
Life on a Tightrope:Work-Life Balance
Gone are the days when you can stroll in to office at 9am and still leave punctually at 5pm for dinner at home.
The definition of work has evolved over the years as the economy and society changed. Work has become a huge part of our
identity. And people are working longer and harder to survive in the corporate world. Read More...
Windows to the World: Taking Care of Your Eyes
Are you constantly rubbing your
eyes? Do your eyes look red at the
end of the day? Do you sometimes
experience blurring when you look at the
words on your computer screen?
You may be suffering from dry eyes. Read More...
Beat the Cubicle Blues
Poor office lighting or bright lights will
cause eyestrain and headaches - Reduce the intensity of overhead lighting;
ensure that the office has adequate lighting and use a desk lamp for paper
work.” Read More...
The Aches & Pains of Working
For many of us, a large part of our lives are spent at work. For
those who are chasing the coveted big name titles and a large
paycheck, the time spent in front of the computer, rushing for
deadlines, meeting clients etc could easily stretch up to 12 to 16 hours daily. Multiply this five to six days a week, up to 50 weeks a year, for
at least 40 years. With all that time spent at the office, it is common for health problems
related to the workplace to surface during our lifetime. Read More...
Matters of the Heart : Heart Stopping Killer
According to the World Heart Federation, heart disease is
the world’s leading cause of death, causing one in three
deaths. And adding to the bad news, men are three to
five times more likely to contract heart disease as compared
to women.
“Though the figures may be disheartening, heart diseases
can be prevented, managed and treated,” said Dr Ng Wai Lin,
Consultant Cardiologist, Raffles Heart Centre. “Using medicines,
changing diet, exercise and lifestyle habits, and opting for surgeries
and even heart transplants, can help sufferers of heart diseases.” Read More...
Cancer Dangers : Down Under
Colorectal cancer and prostate cancer
are increasingly common and often
fatal diseases that strike men. We
look at these two cancers in detail to
understand the risks they pose to men.
PROSTATE CANCER: Small in size, big in problem..The prostate is a small gland the size of
a walnut located below the bladder and
found only in men. It surrounds part of
the urethra that allows the passage of
urine from the bladder to the penis. The
cells that make up the outermost part of
the prostate can become cancerous and
give rise to prostate cancer.Read More...
COLORECTAL CANCER: Fastest Growing Cancer ..Colorectal cancer is one of the
most common cancers worldwide.
In Singapore, it is second only to
lung cancer and the numbers are
fast becoming the same.
Currently, more than half of those affected
will die from this disease. However, most
cases of colorectal cancer are curable if
diagnosed in the early stage..Read More...
Evolution of Men: "Men" O Pause
As men age, one of the biological
changes they experience is
andropause. Andropause, also called male menopause,
is sometimes used to describe a reduction
of the production of certain hormones
such as testosterone. It is a normal
part of ageing, and for some men, it is
accompanied by a gradual and undesired
decline in their sexuality, mood and overall
energy.Sometimes, it can even expose
men to more serious health risks. 
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Evolution of Men: Belly Belly Fat
Ageing and andropause not
only contribute to a declining
testosterone level, it can also bring
about the dreaded belly fat in men.
One obvious effect of andropause is
an increase in body fat, in particular,
abdominal fat. Most commonly known
as belly fat, many men find themselves
with this piece of extra luggage soon
after they join the workforce. When in
college they used to be physically active,
exercise now take a backseat to their
career, social lives and everything else.
As a result, it is not uncommon for this
little roll of fat to grow further. Read More...
Laparoscopic Gastric Banding - Stomach Surgery for Severe Obesity
Obesity is the world's fastest growing epidemic. In the US, obesity is the 2nd most preventable cause of death next to smoking, while in Singapore over 4% of Singaporeans are severely obese. Besides facing risks to long standing medical conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol, obese people also face discrimination such as difficulty in finding a spouse or friends and poor employment prospects... Read More..
Piles or Haemorrhoids - Nip the Pain in the Butt
Piles or haemorrhoids affect as many as one in two persons
in their lifetime. These range from small first degree piles to
troublesome prolapsed piles.Many methods have been developed to treat bleeding piles.
However, recurrence rates remain high. The current Gold
Standard is stapler haemorrhoidectomy. Although it is quick
to perform and virtually painless, it remains an expensive
procedure – costing around S$5,000. Read More...
Also :
- View Article As Advertise in Borneo Bulletin 11/01/2008
Prevent Lung Cancer Health Screening
Lung cancer has consistently been
the number one killer among all
cancers in Singapore over the last
three decades. It is also one of the
hardest cancers to treat, as it tends
to spread rapidly through the
lymphatic and blood vessels very early into
its course, tpo other parts of the body such
as the liver, bone and the brain.. Read More..
Why fight alone? Engage a specialist
team to help you control your 
Diabetes
Poorly controlled diabetes can lead to
long-term complications such as heart
disease, stroke, leg gangrene, kidney failure and eye
disease. It is possible however, to manage
the diabetic conditions well such that
these complications are kept at bay.
Read More...
Keep young and revitalised
with Anti-Ageing Health Screening
Ageing is a process we cannot avoid. But, we can slow its damaging effects with early detection and screening. We provide Anti-Ageing Health Screening
conducted by our Specialist who will
investigate various hormone deficiences
and recommend relevant intervention
medication and treatments to slow down
the ageing process.Read More..
Understanding Cancer 
Cancer cells are derived from normal
cells of the body. The cells of our body
are constantly subjected to potentially
damaging exposure such as environmental
pollution, smoking, radiation and certain
food. Some people are also more prone
to such eff ects as a result of their genetic
makeup. Read More...
Also :
- View Article As Advertise in Borneo Bulletin Friday, 23-Nov-2007
Uterine Fibroid - What Every Woman Needs to Know...
Uterine fibroid are noncancerous growths of the uterus that often appear during your childbearing years. These growth occur in 1 in 14 women. In general, uterine fibroids cause no problems and seldom require treatment. Medical theraphy and surgical procedures can shrink or remove fibroids if you have discomfort or troublesome symptoms. Read More..
Also :
- View Article As Advertise in Borneo Bulletin Friday, 16-Nov-2007
Medical Aesthetics 
Raffles Aesthetics brings you a range of pampering face, beauty and body theraphy services to complement the present menu of medical aesthetic services. The team of doctors, nurses and therapists work closely with clients to fully understand their needs before recommending the relevant treatment options.
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Gastrocopy & Colonoscopy
Screen for Diseases of the Oesophagus, Stomach, Colon and Rectum
Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy are safe and effective means of examining the lining of the oesophagus, stomach, colon and rectum to detect ulcers, inflammation, bleeding, growth or blockage.
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Chronic Hepatitis B 
Hepatitis is the "inflammation of the liver". Hepatities B virus (HBV) causes Hepatitis B. Most people with acute hepatities B recover fully.
However, in about 5 percent of adults, the HBV remains in the liver and multiplies for years. This longstanding infection is referred to as chronic hepatities and often found in people who acquire HBV at an early age, such as birth. It is common in Southeast Asia, China and Africa where as many as 1 in 10 people have chronic infection. Read More...
Also :
- View Article As Advertise in Borneo Bulletin 18/01/2008
Pegylated Interferon Treatment to Hepatitis C - More Cure Less Side Effects
Alternative Treatment to Spinal Fusion
Neck or back pain bothers 80% of people at some point
in their life. Fortunately for most of us, the pain goes away after
awhile. But for some, the pain only gets worse and becomes debilitating.
Now there's a new hope for these sufferers with Artificial Disc
Replacement Surgery. Read More...
Also:
- View Article As Advertise in Borneo Bulletin 2008
Camera in A Capsule
Although small intestine diseases are uncommon, 10% of patients who often have diarrhoea, abdominal pain, obscure gastrointestinal tract blood loss with anaemia, persistent fever of unknown origin and weight loss, have small intestinal problems...
Now, a small capsule sized camera device can help doctor to examine the small intestine for possible small intestine diseases...
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Prevent Cervical Cancer
Cervical Cancer is the 3rd most common female cancer worldwide but it is potentially preventable. If cancer has already developed and is detected at the earliest stage, the results of treatment are good with more than 90% 5-year survival.
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Dangers in the Pipeline
Cancer is one of the top causes of death in the world. However, many urinary tract cancers such as prostate, kidney and bladder cancers do not present themselves with many symptoms in its early stages. It is thus a challenge for specialists to detect these cancers early and offer timely treatment to achieve a better outcome.
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Also Read :
- Prostate Cancer (in Chinese) - PDF FIle
- As Advertise in Borneo Bulletin Friday, 9-Nov-2007
Foetal Screening
Two in 100 babies can be born disabled and sometimes it is better that such abnormalities are detected early and appropriate steps taken to rectify the problem if that is possible. it could mean a big difference between giving birth to a disabled child versus correction of abnormalities even while it's still in its mother's womb.
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