SKOOP Issue 14

Fighting Obesity: A Growing Threat With one in five Singapore residents living with obesity, it is timely that we debunk deep-seated myths about this chronic disease and consider ways to prevent and treat it safely.

How Shift Work Harms Sleep & Health: What Helps? Shift work can lead to several illnesses, including heart disease, stroke and diabetes. Find out why this is so, and how you can cope better with irregular working hours.

Developmental Language Disorder: A Hidden Condition ​Does your child have difficulties following instructions in class or sharing about his or her day in school? Here are some possible signs that your child has Developmental Language Disorder (DLD).

Preparing for the Unknown: Why Do Advance Care Planning? ​An accident or stroke could result in a loss of mental capacity. Should this happen, you will be glad you started the ACP conversation with your loved ones.

The Dark Side of Vaping ​Using e-vaporisers, or vaping, may seem harmless but it can give rise to a serious condition known as 'popcorn lung', among other health issues.

Watch Your Back! ​Protect your spine to avoid getting a slipped disc which can be painful and debilitating. Find out more about the stages of severity and ways to treat slipped discs.

Feeling Fatigued All the Time? If you notice yourself feeling tired more easily, looking pale or suffering from cold hands or feet, you might be experiencing symptoms of anaemia.