September 29, 2026

Hepatitis B and Liver Damage: Why Regular Liver Function Tests Matter If You Are a Carrier

4 to 6% of Singaporeans are hepatitis B carriers. 64% are not being monitored regularly. Carriers are up to 200 times more likely to develop liver cancer. Here's why testing matters.
September 28, 2026

Fatty Liver Disease in Singapore: How Common It Is and Why Most People Have No Symptoms

40% of Singaporeans in a community study had fatty liver on ultrasound. Most had no symptoms. It is the most common chronic liver disease and it is entirely silent.
September 28, 2026

Creatinine and eGFR Explained: Understanding Your Kidney Numbers

Your kidney function test shows creatinine and eGFR. One measures a waste product, the other estimates how well your kidneys filter. Here's what each number means.
September 25, 2026

Can Kidney Damage Be Reversed? What Early Detection Makes Possible

True reversal of kidney damage is rare. But early detection changes everything else: it can stop progression entirely and sometimes improve function. Here's what the evidence shows.
September 23, 2026

Can Fatty Liver Be Reversed? Lifestyle Changes That May Actually Work

Fatty liver in its early stages is entirely reversible. But the approach matters. Here's what the evidence says about which changes produce measurable improvement and how quickly.
September 22, 2026

Syphilis Is Rising in Singapore: What You Should Know and Who Should Be Tested

Syphilis incidence in Singaporean men has remained between 32 and 38 per 100,000 for over a decade. The infection progresses silently and causes organ damage if missed. Here's who should test.
September 22, 2026

How Soon After Exposure Should You Get Tested for STDs? Window Periods Explained

Condom broke. Unprotected sex. A partner just tested positive. Here's exactly what to do in the next 72 hours, which tests to get, and when each one becomes reliable.
September 22, 2026

Cheating Is Not the Only Explanation: STDs That Can Lie Dormant for Years Before Showing Up

A positive STD result in a long-term relationship does not always mean infidelity. Herpes, HPV, syphilis, and hepatitis B can lie dormant for years or decades before surfacing.
September 22, 2026

Can You Have an STD and Not Know It? Why Asymptomatic Infections Are So Common

Testing too soon can give a false negative. Each STD has a different window period. Here's exactly when to test after exposure.