“ Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach him how to fish and you feed him for a lifetime .” The above quotation was used by Steven R. Covey on the front cover of his book “ Principle Centred Leadership”. The quotation has been attributed to Lao Tzu , Anne Isabella Thackeray Ritchie and various others . If you are wondering how this book applies to being a caregiver, be pat...
"Be kind , for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle ." " The doctor must have made a mistake in the diagnosis!" So exclaimed my mother when the doctor gave the prognosis that she was suffering from pancreatic cancer. This fact of denial or shock by my Mother caused me unconsciously to do several things: the first was to be proactive . That...
An allergy is the response of the body's immune system to normally harmless substances, such as pollens, foods, and house dust mite. Whilst in most people these substances (allergens) pose no problem, in allergic individuals their immune system identifies them as a ’threat’ and produces an inappropriate response. For example, most people tolerate being in contact with cats, but when you are al...
Don’t forget to include a hearing test in your upcoming health check! Hearing is an essential part of our life and enables us to communicate, socialise and work, keeping us connected to the world. Yet, the gift of hearing is often taken for granted. Just like your eyes or your teeth, your ears need regular screenings to ensure that they are healthy and to maintain your qualit...
What is stress? Stress is a natural reaction to experiences and is your body’s way of protecting you. Beware though, that chronic stress can put your health at risk! How stress works? When you are feeling stressed, your central nervous system engages in a “fight or flight” response and releases stress hormones, including adrenaline and cortisol. You...
Counting down the hours to your travel destination? We offer you some travel tips to make your long flight a more pleasant trip! Hydrate, hydrate! Hydrate well the night before your flight. When travelling on a16-hour flight, drinking fluids is crucial. Avoid caffeine and alcohol as they can dehydrate your body. Instead, drink warm tea to help you sleep...
Healthy Ageing 2017 Join The War On Diabetes Mellitus Instalment 1 of 3: War on Diabetes: Battle Fronts, Prevention, and Screening By Associate Professor Goh Lee Gan, Senior Consultant, Division of Family Medicine, Department of Medicine, National University Hospital. One important resolution each of us can make for 2017 is to support our Health Minister Gan Kim Yong’s...
Want to beat the heat? Foods for Heat Stroke – Beat the Heat! Every year, some 150 people in Singapore fall prey to heat stroke. We recommend you some foods to hydrate your body in the hot weather. Heat stroke is a serious condition and can be dangerous to the extent of needing emergency medical attention. It can cause seizures and problems with the liver and kidneys. E...
We look at five common types of arthritis and break it down for you. Osteoarthritis This is the most common type of arthritis, especially among older people. Osteoarthritis is a joint disease that mostly affects the cartilage. Cartilage is the slippery tissue that covers the ends of bones in a joint. Healthy cartilage allows bones to glide over one another and absorbs energy...