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Health and well-being

When is it okay to bring our ‘B-game’ to life?

We have been brought up to celebrate famously talented people who pushed themselves - and perhaps, others too - in their quest for perfection.
We have been brought up to celebrate famously talented people who pushed themselves - and perhaps, others too - in their quest for perfection.

Free cancer screening, health checks to benefit 10,000 people in Hanoi

The programme aims to offer free medical consultations and screenings for at least 5,000 people, prioritising disadvantaged households, elderly residents and workers.
The programme aims to offer free medical consultations and screenings for at least 5,000 people, prioritising disadvantaged households, elderly residents and workers.

Pilates studios are popping up everywhere, what’s driving Singapore’s core obsession?

Vaura Pilates' Vaura After Dark event at Gardens by the Bay in June 2025.
Vaura Pilates' Vaura After Dark event at Gardens by the Bay in June 2025.

Two new cases of mpox strain confirmed in S’pore; risk to public low, say authorities

The risk of mpox spreading to the public is currently low as the disease is mainly transmitted through intimate or prolonged physical contact, said the Communicable Diseases Agency.
The risk of mpox spreading to the public is currently low as the disease is mainly transmitted through intimate or prolonged physical contact, said the Communicable Diseases Agency.

Hotter weather in Singapore: Are you at risk?

People shield themselves from the sun during a hot day at the Merlion Park on March 26.
People shield themselves from the sun during a hot day at the Merlion Park on March 26.

US nicotine pouch fast-track scheme slowed by worries over youth, new users

Specific concerns include driving addiction in adults who do not already smoke.
Specific concerns include driving addiction in adults who do not already smoke.

US FDA warns of liver injury cases tied to Amgen’s rare disease drug

The agency said it has identified 76 cases of drug-induced liver injury with evidence suggesting a causal link to Amgen's Tavneos.
The agency said it has identified 76 cases of drug-induced liver injury with evidence suggesting a causal link to Amgen's Tavneos.

‘One in a million’ salivary gland cancer took away her sense of taste

Madam Jumidah, 66, a housewife, lost much of her ability to taste because of cancer in her salivary glands.
Madam Jumidah, 66, a housewife, lost much of her ability to taste because of cancer in her salivary glands.

How do ultra-processed foods affect the gut?

Emerging evidence has linked ultra-processed foods to poor gut health.
Emerging evidence has linked ultra-processed foods to poor gut health.

Why does drinking mess with my emotions?

Alcohol can make you feel anxious or irritable the next day.
Alcohol can make you feel anxious or irritable the next day.

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