More needs to be done to manage myopia in children
More needs to be done to manage myopia in children Recently my clinic was running very low on unit vials of low dose (0.01%) atropine eyedrops, a nightly medication that is currently commonly prescribed [...]
Good eating habits and the risk of probiotics
Good eating habits and the role of probiotics For most people the word ‘bacteria’ conjures up the image of pathogenic germ causing harm to human body. In fact, human beings have been battling with [...]
Benefits of fish oil: fact or fiction
Benefits of fish oil: fact or fiction? In 2002, the American Heart Association (AHA) published a scientific statement, “Fish Consumption, Fish Oil, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, and Cardiovascular Disease.” At that time, based on evidence [...]
Counting calories for the post-CNY regime
IT'S that time of the year again, when the Chinese New Year beckons. In the run-up to the New Year, families are busy preparing for the festivities with spring-cleaning and shopping for the reunion [...]
Early Detection of Chronic Liver Disease
Mr P is known to have hepatitis B infection for years. He has been well and asymptomatic. His liver enzymes test as well as the appearance of his liver from ultrasound imaging were all [...]
A Better Alternative To Diagnose Prostate Cancer
A patient recently related how he had previously undergone two rounds of rather uncomfortable prostate biopsies for suspicion of prostate cancer. Both biopsies were negative for cancer. He is facing the prospect of another [...]