Health and Conditions Resources
Welcome to the Regis Medical Health and Conditions Resource Hub – your guide to chronic and acute conditions, wellness, and pain management. Find concise insights, expert advice, and the latest research to empower your health journey.
March 19, 2024
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Pneumonia refers to the inflammation of the lungs typically caused by bacterial infections.
March 13, 2024
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Stroke is the leading cause of adult disability in Singapore. 63 percent of stroke patients will experience some form of disability within three months of the stroke attack.
March 13, 2024
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Asthma refers to a condition in which the airways are inflamed. This makes them more sensitive than usual.
March 13, 2024
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Infections are very common in Singapore ranging from a common cold to the recent global pandemic Covid-19. An infection occurs when germs invade and grow within the body.
March 19, 2024
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Chronic kidney disease affects more than 10% of the global population.
March 19, 2024
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High cholesterol is a common health condition in Singapore. High cholesterol is one of the biggest causes of cardiovascular diseases, with statistics suggesting that about 1 in 3 deaths from coronary heart diseases is due to high cholesterol.
March 19, 2024
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Hypertension is one of the most common health conditions in Singapore, with almost 1 in 4 Singaporeans aged 30 to 69 years having hypertension.
March 19, 2024
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According to a study done by Duke-NUS Medical School, migraines affect approximately 1 in 10 Singaporeans and are most common in those aged 30-40.
March 13, 2024
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Skin problems are commonly associated with symptoms that cause discomfort such as redness, swelling, itching, and pain.
March 13, 2024
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Chronic conditions are extremely common and problematic in Singapore. 1 in 4 Singaporeans aged 40 and above has at least one chronic disease.
March 13, 2024
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Cardiovascular health is very important to keeping yourself healthy and retaining a good quality of life. Cardiovascular disease, or heart disease, is the leading cause of death globally, accounting for 32% of global deaths.
March 13, 2024
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Heart disease, sometimes referred to as cardiovascular disease, is the leading cause of death globally, accounting for 32% of global deaths.
March 13, 2024
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Dementia causes the body’s cognitive function to deteriorate, affecting memory, comprehension, language, judgement, and more.
December 15, 2023
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Diabetes is a major health concern within Singapore, with statistics suggesting that 1 in 3 Singaporeans will develop diabetes within their lifetime.
March 19, 2024
Syphilis is a common STI caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum.
March 19, 2024
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), or (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) AIDS are probably the most commonly known sexually transmitted infections (STI).
March 19, 2024
Andropause, or “male menopause”, is a term used to refer to a decline in testosterone levels as a result of aging.
March 19, 2024
Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver. Inflammation of the liver can affect your liver’s function.
March 19, 2024
Gonorrhoea is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in Singapore.
March 19, 2024
Genital warts are a type of sexually transmitted infection (STI). They appear as small, soft, flesh-coloured growths that occur on the skin and mucous membranes of the genital areas.
March 19, 2024
Erectile dysfunction is commonly referred to as ED and occurs in about 1 in 10 adult males on a long-term basis.
March 19, 2024
Chlamydia is a type of bacterial infection that can be transmitted via vaginal, anal or oral sexual intercourse.
March 13, 2024
Preventive healthcare is a proactive approach to managing illnesses and other healthcare concerns.
March 13, 2024
Safe sex, or sometimes referred to as “safer sex”, refers to practices that reduce your risk of getting STDs (Sexually Transmitted Diseases), as well as preventing pregnancy.
March 13, 2024
It is important to know how birth control works, as well as how to use them properly. Knowing about the different types of birth control will help you decide which method is best for you and your partner.
March 13, 2024
Menstrual pain is a common problem faced by women. Around 80% of all women will experience menstrual pain in their lifetime. For 5% to 10% of women, the menstrual pain experienced can be so severe that it interferes with their daily lives.
March 13, 2024
Menopause is a physiological process that almost every woman will face, except for those who have had their ovaries removed before puberty.