With so much information on the internet, should you first ask Google or head to the clinic when you’re ill?
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During pregnancy, many factors contribute to the baby’s well-being. Dr Haw Wan Lye, consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist at Columbia Asia Hospital – Cheras, shares his concerns about the increasing body mass indices (BMIs) in the population, especially that of pregnant women.
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An expert shares whether we should actually take heed of this new-found claim.
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Every month, Dr Harjeet Singh explores injury management and prevention in sports and exercise.
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Kandungan kembar adalah dalam kategori kandungan berisiko tinggi dan perlu dipantau doktor pakar sepanjang kehamilan dan kelahiran. Bagaimana untuk merancang kelahiran kandungan kembar?
Continue readingBe Fit Malaysians #5: Life After Being A National Athlete
Being a professional athlete is something that many people aspire towards. It takes a lot of hard work and sacrifice to play at the highest level of any sport, but it can be quite rewarding. However, after the glitz and glamour, what’s life like upon retirement? Former national hockey player I Vikneswaran joins Dr Harjeet Singh for his monthly sports medicine segment to share his experience.
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During pregnancy, many factors contribute to the baby’s well-being. Dr Haw Wan Lye, consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist at Columbia Asia Hospital – Cheras, shares his concerns about the increasing body mass indices (BMIs) in the population, especially that of pregnant women.
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WORM infections are very common and spread easily. They often don’t have symptoms and are often under-reported. There are different types of worm infections. Pinworms are a common kind that affect young children.
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Ramadan, beyond being a month of fasting is also about spiritual contemplation, personal reflection and physical practice. This year, Ramadan concludes with the planned sighting of the new moon in the West following sunset on the evening of 14 June. Eid-ul-Fitr, which is a religious, cultural and social celebration will follow.
Continue readingBe Fit Malaysians #4: Football Fever
The 2018 FIFA World Cup will kick off on June 14th. The month-long tournament is the most prestigious football event and the most widely viewed sporting event in the world. A sports medicine specialist and a football coach square off on their idea of a complete footballer.
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