Some of us love cheese. But it may not be good for us because: 1) it is high in saturated fat 2) it’s not the
Tag: Science/Medicine
“Micro-needle” patch replaces Long (anaesthetic) needles at dentists…
For those who fear going to the Dentist because Long needles are used to administer anaesthesia, there’s good news! A new “micro-needle” patch, about 1cm
We breathe in 1 million bugs a day…
We breathe in up to 1 million bugs a day. Those with respiratory problems get affected as a result. This is a finding from a
Excessive calcium supplements can lead to higher risks of stroke
calcium supplements may be necessary as you age. However, beware that excessive calcium supplements can lead to higher risks of stroke. Natural calcium food such
A new drug for eczema patients with fewer side effects….
I always celebrate when there is progress in medical science. This new drug can provide those with severe eczema relief from symptoms and fewer side
The bitter reality of sugar-sweet drinks…
Drinks with high sugar content is a major cause of diabetes. The number of people with diabetes rose from 108 million in 1980 to 422
Hitting the sweet spot – sugar control for health’s sake…
For health sake, Singapore is making major drink manufacturers label the sugar content of their drinks and indicate if they are healthy or risky from
Using mosquitoes to exterminate mosquitoes…
With a prolonged hot season, opportunities for mosquitoes to breed is also extended. That’s how dengue infections rose to an all time high in Singapore.
