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Ms Clarissa Foong (left) and Mr Marius Madsen (right) received medical treatment at the National University Hospital after they suffered blunt-force physical injuries.

Photos courtesy of Clarissa Foong and Marius Madsen

Healing invisible wounds: How 2 young Singaporeans found hope and support after traumatic bodily injuries

SINGAPORE — In 2022, a devastating road accident took the life of Clarissa Foong’s close friend whom she had known since secondary school.

By Eveline Gan

Stocks of plant-based meat at a supermarket. Some of such products are marked “allium free” to indicate to vegetarians who do not eat alliums such as onions, garlics, shallots and chives. Flexitarians refer to people who eat primarily plant-based food but occasionally eat meat.

Is plant-based meat healthy? Here’s what you need to know as a consumer

By Rachel Fong

After scans confirmed that Ms Tan Cheng Hui (pictured) had a ruptured brain aneurysm, the 26-year-old underwent emergency brain surgery and survived.

‘So excruciatingly painful, I cried’: Without warning, blood vessel burst in 26-year-old Singaporean’s brain, leading to stroke

By Eveline Gan

Ms Kwan Peijun, a senior principal physiotherapist, working with a team of nurses to tend to a patient who was treated at the National University Centre for Trauma.

Crushed organs, shattered limbs — a look at how NUH trauma centre's frontliners save lives and the miracles that happen

By Eveline Gan

Cartons of oat milk on a supermarket shelf in Singapore.

Is oat milk good for you? Here is what you are really getting out of it

By Rachel Fong

Mr Ng Koon Guan, 60, and his wife Alice Foong, 54, having dinner in their rental flat on Aug 22, 2024.

These low-income families want to eat fresh, healthy food but it's becoming costlier and charities are strapped for donations

By Nikki Yeo

‘Stressful for guys to perform’: Singapore men’s sexual health and the things they are doing wrong

By Eveline Gan

‘I go to my bedroom to decompress if tired’, says nurse who minds dementia-stricken mum and autistic son after work

By Rachel Fong

Is a persistent cough a cause for worry? Doctors say it's not always linked to lung infection

By Eveline Gan

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In children, the short-term effects of excessive caffeine intake from cola drinks or bubble tea, for instance, may include headaches, hyperactivity, poor sleep and heart racing.

Are children and teenagers taking too much caffeine? Here’s how it affects their bodies and minds

By Eveline Gan

Two people running under the sun in Woodlands, Singapore in April 2024.

Heatstroke and heat-related illnesses: What are the dangers and why you can be at risk even in colder weather

By Rachel Fong

Senior acupuncturist Adele Lau from Sengkang General Hospital photographed at work on May 20, 2024.

What is ‘heatiness’? Do TCM and modern medicine clash? Sengkang General Hospital’s acupuncturist gives a peek into her work

By Eveline Gan

Why you are not really getting the benefits of that collagen soup or ‘beauty pot’, and what to do for better skincare

Why you are not really getting the benefits of that collagen soup or ‘beauty pot’, and what to do for better skincare

By Rachel Fong

Mr Bernard Sim pictured in May 2024 (left) and in 2018 (right) before he underwent bariatric and body contouring surgeries.

This 34-year-old underwent surgery to shed 50kg but then comes a new problem: 6kg of drooping skin

By Eveline Gan

Oral hygiene basics: 5 bad habits you need to change before they ruin your teeth

Oral hygiene basics: 5 bad habits you need to change before they ruin your teeth

By Eveline Gan

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Should you forgive someone who caused your childhood trauma or abuse? Here's what you need to know first for your health’s sake

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Should you forgive someone who caused your childhood trauma or abuse? Here's what you need to know first for your health’s sake

SINGAPORE — For victims of childhood trauma, letting go of resentment, anger or even hatred towards the people who have hurt them and inflicted deep wounds can be incredibly difficult.

By Eveline Gan

Domestic violence in childhood: What drove 2 Singaporeans, a businesswoman and a pastoral counsellor, to repair mental health

Domestic violence in childhood: What drove 2 Singaporeans, a businesswoman and a pastoral counsellor, to repair mental health

By Eveline Gan

Jonathan Tiong has Type 2 spinal muscular atrophy.

Commentary: Life-changing treatments for my terminal disease may soon be within reach, but here’s why I’m going to hold off

By Jonathan Tiong

Healing from childhood trauma: What a child needs to feel safe again after abuse and adverse experiences

Healing from childhood trauma: What a child needs to feel safe again after abuse and adverse experiences

By Eveline Gan

How abuse, parents' divorce and living with mentally unwell persons can affect a child's lifelong health and relationships

How abuse, parents' divorce and living with mentally unwell persons can affect a child's lifelong health and relationships

By Eveline Gan

Insect stings and bites: How deadly are they and when to seek medical attention

By Eveline Gan

How often you should get a cancer screening and why tumour-marker tests don't always detect cancer

By Eveline Gan

Gen Zen: What does taking a healthy dump have to do with your mental health? A lot more than you think

By Justin Ong Guang Xi

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How to start exercising or just get moving when every part of your body says ‘no’

How to start exercising or just get moving when every part of your body says ‘no’

By Eveline Gan

How long can a person have cancer and not know something is wrong?

How long can a person have cancer and not know something is wrong?

By Eveline Gan

Dr Wan Rizal Wan Zakariah photographed in Jalan Besar on Feb 2, 2024.

He handled suicide calls, his wife had postnatal blues. MP Wan Rizal wants to see 'next frontier' in mental health for Singapore

By Deborah Lau

Fried and raw food items, along with peanut sauce for dipping, are set at a dining table, ready to be cooked in a hot pot of soup or broth for a communal meal.

Chinese New Year steamboat hot pot: Why this soup-based meal may not be as 'healthy' as you think

By Eveline Gan

Mr Johnny Woo Jia Ying suffered a haemorrhagic stroke in March 2021 while he was having a staycation with his wife. He was only 36 at the time.

‘I’m now just half a man’: Singaporean in his 30s gets stroke during hotel staycation; more new cases seen among younger adults

By Eveline Gan

Want a happier and healthier 2024? Practise being thankful, express your gratitude to others

Want a happier and healthier 2024? Practise being thankful, express your gratitude to others

By Eveline Gan

How to talk to your young child about grim news events? Don't start with an apocalypse

How to talk to your young child about grim news events? Don't start with an apocalypse

By Eveline Gan

Grace Ke, 32, developed bilateral patellofemoral osteoarthritis as a result of body dysmorphia and eating disorders. She recently underwent surgery for both knees.

Gen Y Speaks: At 32, I thought getting diagnosed with osteoarthritis was the end — but I’m learning to see beauty in the pain

By Grace Ke

The ‘global stone belt’ is not what you think it is. Doctors advise young men to look after their urinary health

The ‘global stone belt’ is not what you think it is. Doctors advise young men to look after their urinary health

By Eveline Gan

Fishball noodle soup, a salad with croutons, cheese and thousand island dressing, and even a baguette have a considerable amount of salt in them.

Mind the hidden salt in your salad, soup and other ‘healthy’ food

By Eveline Gan

Gen Zen: Feeling troubled? A confidential, non-judgemental listening ear is just a call away

Gen Zen: Feeling troubled? A confidential, non-judgemental listening ear is just a call away

By Nikki Yeo

Gen Zen: How to tell your friends when you're feeling down and get the support you need

Gen Zen: How to tell your friends when you're feeling down and get the support you need

By Renald Loh