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21/09/2025

According to a study, poor oral hygiene could make you three times as likely to develop pancreatic cancer.

Some 27 species of bacteria and fungi that live in people’s mouths may be linked to a 3.5 times increased risk of pancreatic cancer, researchers have said.

A new study led by NYU Langone Health, an academic medical centre and hospital in New York, looked at the hundreds of bacteria and fungi that reside in people’s mouths.

Experts already know that people with poor dental health are more vulnerable to pancreatic cancer and have recently found that bacteria could travel through swallowed saliva and into the pancreas.

16/09/2025

15/09/2025

With rising health risks, yearly screenings are your best chance at early detection.

15/09/2025

Early detection is crucial, as prostate cancer often lacks symptoms in its early stages, making regular screenings important for individuals at risk, with guidelines suggesting the average-risk person discuss screening with their doctor around age 50.

08/09/2025

Why Get Screened?

Early Detection:
Urological screenings help detect common conditions like prostate cancer, urinary tract problems, and kidney health issues in their early stages.

Preventive Care:
Early detection allows for more effective and less invasive treatments, leading to better health outcomes.

Peace of Mind:
Regular screenings provide reassurance about your current health status and can alert you to any potential issues that need attention.

13/08/2025

Did you know that people with high blood pressure are at an increased risk of getting end-stage kidney disease, also known as kidney failure?

When blood pressure stays high, it can damage the blood vessels in your kidneys, reducing their ability to filter waste and excess fluid. Over time, this can lead to serious health complications like chronic kidney disease or kidney failure.

Regular check-ups and managing your blood pressure can help protect your kidneys and keep them healthy.

09/08/2025

Happy Birthday, Singapore! Here's to another year of strength, harmony, and dazzling achievements!

08/07/2025

A major new analysis by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) at the University of Washington reveals that even small amounts of processed meat, sugary drinks, and trans fats can significantly increase the risk of serious diseases like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and colorectal cancer.

For example, consuming just one hot dog a day raises diabetes risk by 11% and cancer risk by 7%. A single 12-ounce sugary soda daily increases heart disease risk by 2% and diabetes risk by 8%. The study, which reviewed over 60 previous studies, concluded that there is no safe level of consumption for these foods.

The harmful effects are linked to ingredients like nitrates, nitrites, and added sugars, which promote inflammation, weight gain, and metabolic disruption. Researchers used a rigorous “burden-of-proof risk function” method to evaluate the strength of the evidence.

They recommend minimizing these foods and instead focusing on whole grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, and fermented dairy.

While the study is observational and based on self-reported dietary data, the consistent findings across research provide strong evidence that even light, regular intake of these foods carries real health risks.

21/06/2025

If you're like most folks, when you hear that someone has lung cancer, you probably assume they are a smoker. But there's more to it than that. The truth is, you can get the disease even if you've never put a cigarette to your lips. This can happen for many reasons, but you can help cut down your risk: https://wb.md/3SKbLvs

21/06/2025

Even a 20-minute stroll can light up your brain, boost your mood, and shift your entire day.
Start small. Start moving.