Wrinkles, droopy cheeks and loose neck skin are problems we face as we grow older. Often, I have patients that ask me what the best treatment is to achieve youthful looking skin.

In Singapore, Ultherapy treatment has been appealing to many people here. Through this article, I will share with you four main points about Ultherapy in Singapore:

• What to expect from an Ultherapy treatment
• How much Ultherapy costs in Singapore and the factors that affect the price
• What a good candidate for Ultherapy looks like
• The differences between Ultherapy and other HIFUs

Dark eye circles are a huge concern to a lot of people. That is true for both students and working professionals. They are not much of a health problem but its appearance can be quite bothersome.

Dark eye circles can make you look tired and unmotivated. On top of that, they do not go away easily. That can be a huge problem if your job requires you to meet with clients.

Although most people think that lack of sleep is the main cause of dark circles, there are actually many more determining factors. Those factors are important in determining the most effective way to treat them.

I wrote this article to help you with your research. Read on to find out more!

It does not matter where, when, or who. Emergencies can happen anywhere and at any time. It may also happen to anyone, regardless of age and condition.

It is always best to be prepared. How you react to an emergency could be a matter of life and death.

If someone's heart stopped beating and they have to wait for an ambulance to arrive, chances are, it is already too late. Permanent brain damage can occur only after 4 minutes without oxygen. Death can also occur within 4-6 minutes [1].

This is why learning First Aid and Basic Life Support is super important. Being trained would give you the skills to assist and provide care for emergency patients before an ambulance arrives.

Anyone can become a certified First Aider. In Singapore, you can find various basic First Aid courses as well as occupational and more advanced courses. Some schools, community centres and offices also provide free basic training.

You might know that it is a very important skill to have. However, what does First Aid actually mean? What are the things that you should know? Read on to find out more!

All females need to know what a Pap smear is. It is a simple and yet important procedure that could literally be lifesaving.

Cervical cancer is the 4th most common cancer in women around the world [1]. In Singapore, it is expected that 429 women are diagnosed and 208 women die from the disease each year. This is unfortunate, as cervical cancers are preventable and curable when detected early [2].

The Pap test has been widely recognized as an effective way to detect early cervical cancer. It is affordable and easily accessible in most countries. They are crucial in detecting and thus preventing early-stage cervical cancers from developing into an invasive stage [1].

I wrote this article to help you understand the importance of cervical cancer screening with Pap smear. Read on to find out more on the procedure, function, and costs of a Pap test in Singapore!

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A chronic or prolonged cough refers to one that lasts eight weeks or longer in adults. It can be more than just an annoying ailment, interrupting sleep and leaving you feeling unrested and exhausted. Chronic cough can be highly uncomfortable and interfere with one's daily activities, work and even sleep. When severe, it may result in vomiting, chest pain and injury to the respiratory tract.

Let's take a close look at the causes and symptoms of a chronic cough, treatments available, and when to consult a doctor.