White teeth for Christmas?
This may be a good time to think about getting your teeth whitened before your social Christmas merry-go-round! People often come to Smilefocus unsure of what teeth whitening options are available and what the...
Health Warning: Polio Outbreak in the Philippines
The World Health Organisation has confirmed that there is currently an outbreak of Polio in the Philippines, but there are steps you can take to stay safe.
Interview: Wellness Warrior Natalie Dau
Aussie Spartan star Natalie Dau is currently training for a 100km ultra marathon and is the creator of The Daily Escape, a health and fitness platform, and the Rockstar Fit training app. She talks to ANZA about motherhood, balance, and the small wellness fixes that make a difference.
Teen Depression – When to Seek Help
The teen years can be tough, but love, guidance and support go a long way. Dr Arti Jaiswal from IMC Paediatric gives advice on spotting the signs of depression in young adults, and how you can support your teen to seek help and start a potentially life-saving conversation.
Why is Health Insurance for Kids Important?
Singapore boasts arguably one of the best public healthcare systems in the world. Having said that, parents in the city-state are also faced with the question of whether to buy a private medical insurance...
When should you head to the A&E department?
Admission to A&E departments is for patients with serious and life-threatening conditions. Find out if you need to head to emergency, or to your medical clinic.
Measles – Should You Be Concerned?
With measles cases on the rise, Dr Charu from IMC gives advice on preventing the spread of the disease.What is the difference between measles, mumps and rubella?Measles, mumps and rubella are all caused by...
Diabetes: what you need to know
Diabetes and What You Need to Know
Worldwide, diabetes is on the rise. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 422 million adults have diabetes, In 2018, 5.2 million deaths could be attributed to the...
Overcoming Fear
Last week, Aotearoa New Zealand – beloved homeland for some of us, cherished neighbour to others - came face to face with the shadow of violence. For many of us, this was an unthinkable...
Teens and eating Disorders
What is an ‘eating disorder’? What form can it take?
The condition is signified by an abnormal perception of one’s body image as being fat and an overvaluation of a thin body ideal. A fear...