A Link Between Lack Of Sleep And Cancer?
Lack of sleep not only contributes to health issues such as heart disease, diabetes and obesity, but may also increase the risk of cancer.
Colonoscopy, Gastroscopy, And Pre-Cancerous Conditions That Can Lead To Colorectal Cancer Or To Stomach Cancer
- September 28, 2023
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Dr Lim Lee Guan, gastroenterologist in Singapore, explains about gastric intestinal metaplasia and colonic tubular adenoma – conditions that can lead to stomach cancer and colorectal cancer.
Cancer
- September 18, 2023
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Cancer Learn more about cancer and cancer in Singapore – what it is, its causes, symptoms, prevention, and the common cancers. What Is Cancer? Cancer is a group of diseases characterised by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells in the body. These abnormal cells can form a mass of tissue called a tumour, which […]
Cancer Cases Spike Among People Under 50 Globally
- September 7, 2023
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There is a significant surge in early onset cancer among people under 50 over the past three decades. What are the causes and risk factors?
Gastroenterologists In Singapore
- August 8, 2023
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We have compiled for your easy reference from various public sources a list of gastroenterologists in Singapore. A gastroenterologist has expertise in diseases affecting the digestive system (including the esophagus, stomach, small & large intestines, rectum and anus). You may consult a gastroenterologist for matters relating to gastric and colorectal conditions, as well as screening procedures […]
Learn About Cancer In Singapore
- August 8, 2023
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Good health starts with good access to knowledge, data and opinions. Protect your health by learning more about the most common forms of cancer in Singapore. Common Cancers In Singapore The number of cancer cases in Singapore has been increasing, based on statistics from the Singapore Cancer Registry Annual Report 2021. From 2017-2021, there were […]
MP Baey Yam Keng Had Polyps Removed During Colonoscopy Screening For Colorectal Cancer
- August 7, 2023
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MP for Tampines GRC Mr Baey Yam Keng had 3 benign polyps found and removed during a colonoscopy screening for colorectal cancer. Encourages others to get screened too.
Looking For Lower Cost Of Colonoscopy? Travelling To Malaysia Or Thailand For A Colonoscopy Compared With Doing It In Singapore.
- July 25, 2023
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We compare the estimated overall cost of colonoscopy in Singapore, Johor (Malaysia), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), and in Bangkok (Thailand).
[Perspectives] The Benefits Of Colonoscopy In Reducing The Risk Of Colorectal Cancer And Improving Survival Rates
- July 18, 2023
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Are the benefits of colonoscopy real or overstated? The results of a recent study shows that the benefits are substantial and life-saving.
[Perspectives] Colonoscopy And South Korea’s World Beating Colon Cancer Survival Rate
- July 6, 2023
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South Korea has a colon cancer survival rate that is one of the highest in the world. How did they achieve this?
