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You’re Living in Sunny Singapore, So Why Are 4 in 10 People Vitamin D Deficient? (And How to Find Out If You’re One of Them)
10 minutes read
Quick Answer: Can You Be Vitamin D Deficient in Tropical Singapore? Yes. Despite Singapore’s equatorial location and year-round sunshine, research published in PLOS One shows that 42% of Singaporeans have vitamin D deficiency (blood levels below 20 ng/mL). Furthermore, according to Singapore’s Ministry of Health National Health Survey 2010, 40% are deficient and 8% are […] -
Liver Health Screening Singapore: Why 40% of Singaporeans Have Fatty Liver Disease (And Most Don’t Know It)
12 minutes read
Here’s a statistic that should make you reconsider your next meal: approximately 40% of Singapore’s population has non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)—significantly above the global average of 5-18%. Indeed, that means 2 out of every 5 Singaporeans you pass on the street likely have fat accumulating in their liver, most without any symptoms whatsoever. Furthermore, […] -
Kidney Health Screening Singapore: The Silent Disease Affecting 1 in 4 Singaporeans by 2035
12 minutes read
Here’s a statistic that should make you pause: more than 500,000 Singaporeans currently suffer from chronic kidney disease (CKD), and most don’t even know it. Yet kidney disease is the body’s silent assassin—causing no symptoms until significant, often irreversible damage has occurred. According to Singapore’s National Population Health Survey 2022, chronic kidney disease prevalence jumped […] -
Cardiac Health Screening Singapore: Why Your Heart Deserves a Check-Up Before It Asks for One
12 minutes read
When was the last time you thought about your heart—really thought about it? Not just during that moment when you climbed three flights of stairs and felt winded, but actually considered whether your heart is functioning as it should? If you’re like most Singaporeans, cardiac health screening probably isn’t at the top of your priority […] -
Why Chinese New Year Is Actually Perfect Timing For Your Health Screening
8 minutes read
Every Chinese New Year, Singapore transforms. Red lanterns appear, reunion dinners fill calendars, and people make resolutions about health, wealth, and prosperity for the year ahead. Specifically, 48% of Americans rank fitness goals as their highest priority for 2026 For Hers, according to a Statista survey on New Year’s resolutions. Moreover, this pattern holds globally—health […] -
The Screening Schedule Everyone Ignores (And Why That’s Literally Dangerous)
8 minutes read
Here’s a question most people can’t answer: when did you last have a complete health screening? Moreover, when’s your next one scheduled? Only 49% of Singapore residents went for a health checkup in the past 12 months, according to a 2024 national survey CodeBlue. Consequently, more than half the population either doesn’t know their health […] -
The Silent Health Crisis: Why Half of Singapore Skips Screenings (And What Early Detection Actually Catches)
8 minutes read
Here’s something most people don’t realize: by the time you feel symptoms, many serious diseases have already progressed significantly. Furthermore, only 49% of Singapore residents went for a health checkup in the past 12 months, according to a 2024 national survey CodeBlue. That means more than half the population is essentially flying blind when it […] -
Your Liver Is Silently Struggling: Why 2 in 5 Singaporeans Need Liver Function Testing (And What the Results Actually Mean)
8 minutes read
Here’s something that should make you pause: research studies show that approximately 40% of Singaporeans have fatty liver disease, yet most don’t know it. Your liver could be accumulating dangerous amounts of fat right now, silently progressing toward cirrhosis or liver cancer, without causing a single symptom. However, there’s a straightforward solution—liver function testing can […] -
Why Your Team’s Health Screening Keeps Getting Postponed (And What the ROI Data Actually Shows)
Let’s be honest: corporate health screening often falls into the “we’ll do it next quarter” category. Between budget meetings, project deadlines, and the general chaos of running a business, employee wellness takes a back seat. However, the corporate health screening ROI data tells a different story—one that most Singapore business leaders haven’t seen yet. Here’s […] -
Diabetes Survival Tips: Essential Strategies for Managing Your Blood Sugar and Living Well
Living with diabetes can feel overwhelming, particularly after initial diagnosis. However, understanding how to manage blood sugar levels, adopt healthy lifestyle habits, and prevent complications transforms diabetes from a frightening diagnosis into a manageable chronic condition. This comprehensive guide provides essential diabetes survival tips that help you maintain stable blood sugar, prevent complications, and enjoy […]
