What Causes Gout Flare, Symptoms and Treatment | CHI Health
What Travel Vaccines Do I Need Before Taking a Family Holiday to Vietnam and Bali from Singapore? Do you need a long list of travel vaccines before taking your family to Vietnam and Bali? Not necessarily. The right vaccines depend on your children’s ages, vaccination history, travel plans and activities. A consultation at CHI, an […]
Swollen Eye Conditions: Puffy and Watery Eyes | Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
Swollen Eye Conditions: Puffy and Watery Eyes | Symptoms, Causes and Treatment A swollen eye can be uncomfortable and may come with redness, watering or pain. Swollen eye conditions can have several causes. Maybe it’s just allergies. Sometimes it’s an infection, or you bumped your eye without realising it. You might notice it in one […]
Shingles Vaccine Singapore: Eligibility, Subsidies, MediSave & Who Should Get It
Shingles Vaccine Singapore: Eligibility, Subsidies, MediSave & Who Should Get It A shingles vaccine in Singapore may be recommended for some adults who are at increased risk of developing shingles and its complications. It is recommended under Singapore’s National Adult Immunisation Schedule for adults aged 60 years and above. The shingles vaccine has also […]
What Travel Vaccines Do I Need Before Taking a Family Holiday to Vietnam and Bali from Singapore?
What Travel Vaccines Do I Need Before Taking a Family Holiday to Vietnam and Bali from Singapore? Do you need a long list of travel vaccines before taking your family to Vietnam and Bali? Not necessarily. The right vaccines depend on your children’s ages, vaccination history, travel plans and activities. A consultation at CHI, an […]
Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B are caused by viral infection, and both are infections of the liver. Both conditions can cause inflammation, but their modes of transmission, severity and potential long-term health implications of each vary. With prompt diagnosis and adequate medical care, most of these […]
Rabies Vaccination in Singapore: A Complete Guide to Prevention and Treatment
Rabies Vaccination in Singapore: A Complete Guide to Prevention and Treatment Rabies vaccinations help to prevent infections when given before or after exposure. Although Singapore is currently free of rabies, travellers visiting other countries where the disease is present, or those who are bitten or scratched by animals overseas, may still require medical assessment. Seeking […]
Mental Health in Singapore | Can Your GP Help With Anxiety and Stress?
Mental Health in Singapore | Can Your GP Help With Anxiety and Stress? Mental health conversations are more common in Singapore but many people still don’t know where to get help. Some people believe they have to get to a specialist quickly, while some don’t go because they think their problems aren’t serious enough. At […]
The Expat Parent’s Guide to Healthcare in Singapore
The Expat Parent’s Guide to Healthcare in Singapore Moving to a new country can be exciting, but understanding a new healthcare system can feel overwhelming—especially when you have children. Here’s what every expat parent should know about healthcare in Singapore. How Does Healthcare Work in Singapore? Singapore has a hybrid public–private healthcare system. Public hospitals […]
Common Causes of Sore Throat and When to See a Doctor
Common Causes of Sore Throat and When to See a Doctor A sore throat is one of the most common reasons people seek medical attention. People of all ages can develop a sore throat, with symptoms ranging from minor discomfort to severe pain when swallowing or speaking. In most cases, a sore throat resolves on […]
Yellow Fever | Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Yellow Fever – Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment Yellow fever is a mosquito-borne viral illness found in parts of Africa and South America. It is not found in Singapore, but travellers venturing into affected countries risk infection. It could range from a relatively mild illness to a life-threatening condition affecting multiple organs. Understanding the symptoms, diagnosis, […]