Category Archives: News Update

Staying home during COVID-19 pandemic: how to avoid overeating

Posted on April 1, 2020 by

Are you among the millions staying at home during this pandemic? You may have seen the “COVID-19” memes about gaining 19 pounds during self-isolation at home. It’s easy for some people to overeat on a normal day, not to mention … Continue reading →

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Coronavirus COVID-19: virus can survive on surfaces for up to 17 days and ‘digestive symptoms are common’

Posted on March 24, 2020 by

The coronavirus survived for up to 17 days aboard the Diamond Princess cruise ship, living much longer on surfaces than previous research has shown, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the United States. Traces of the coronavirus … Continue reading →

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Coronavirus COVID-19: how to support your immune system

Posted on March 17, 2020 by

COVID-19 has taken center stage as countries across the world scramble to implement social restrictions in an attempt to curb the spread of the potentially deadly coronavirus. According to Harvard scientist Marc Lipsitch, 40 to 70% of the global population … Continue reading →

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Coronavirus COVID-19: dealing with the epidemic and practical tips to protect your health

Posted on February 15, 2020 by

As the number of coronavirus COVID-19 cases keeps climbing up, education and information are crucial factors in the management of this novel virus that causes pneumonia. As of February 15th, there are 67,100 confirmed cases and 1,526 deaths globally, the … Continue reading →

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Loneliness: how it impacts your health and how to overcome it

Posted on February 11, 2020 by

Have you ever felt lonely? Nearly everyone feels lonely at some point in their life, perhaps due to a life change such as starting a new school or job, or moving to a new city. But for some people, loneliness … Continue reading →

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Novel coronavirus outbreak: practical tips to protect your health during Lunar New Year

Posted on January 21, 2020 by

Chinese New Year is fast approaching, and according to Hong Kong experts, the novel coronavirus has already spread to 20 other cities in China, just ahead of the country’s biggest festival. China has confirmed that this respiratory virus can be spread … Continue reading →

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Is your child depressed? Recognise the signs.

Posted on January 9, 2020 by

An increasing number of children are suffering from depression, but they are often too young to articulate how they feel. Research shows that the number of kids who have gone to the ER for suicidal behaviour has doubled in less … Continue reading →

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Got a stuffy nose? Tips for a better sleep.

Posted on December 11, 2019 by

Whether you’ve got a stuffy nose from a cold, flu or allergies, sleeping through the night can be a challenge with all that congestion. Read on for tips on how to sleep better when you are congested. Elevate your head. Congestion … Continue reading →

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Stressed? Anxious? Spend time in nature.

Posted on November 7, 2019 by

More and more research is showing a strong connection between time spent in nature and reduced stress, anxiety and depression. Not only that, but individuals who are more connected to nature tend to be happier in general. Interacting with nature offers … Continue reading →

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Does gut bacteria affect your happiness?

Posted on September 23, 2019 by

The gut microbiome (i.e. the bacteria in our gut) has been getting lots of attention recently. Scientists are becoming increasingly aware of the key role these trillions of microbes play in health and disease. Not only do these gut microbes … Continue reading →

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