Are Vaccines a Must for Children?
As parents we would like to prevent any illnesses and diseases. However, what happens when they stem from our very own nonchalant attitude towards vaccines? Is it truly a must for every child? Let’s find out. How does immunity work?…
Starting From Scratch: Demystifying Eczema
There is no cure for eczema, but, in most cases, it is manageable. The word eczema comes from a Greek word that means to effervesce or bubble or boil over. It’s important to remember that many people have eczema. Over…
Does Your Child Need Glasses?
Long gone are the days when glasses were reserved for the older or elderly. Today, an increasing number of those who wear glasses are alarmingly from an age group that drinks from a sippy cup or needs to be driven…
The Lowdown on Children’s Vitamins
Here are some reasons to supplement your preschooler’s diet, type of vitamins available and what you can get for your child. Today, there are many parents who give their children something to chew upon – whether it’s a lion-shaped multivitamin…
Start Fresh, Stop BO
It is a natural and healthy process to sweat, and in doing so body odour is produced. Body odour is a sensitive issue in itself, even though it is caused when bacteria break down protein into certain acids that produce…
Everyone Is Trying These Face Masks And You Should Too!
Money a little tight? Spending on dermatology for consultation and expensive products are not listed on your monthly budget? And you hardly have time to visit a spa? We feel you. You are not the only one who struggles to…
Defend Your Family Against Dengue!
Favourable weather conditions, clogged drains, empty containers left around that collect rain water — these are among the reasons why the Aedes mosquitos get to breed easily and cause the dreaded dengue fever to spread. It’s difficult to control the…
14 Weird Brain Exercises to Help You Get Smarter
Exposing yourself to new experiences, especially positive ones keep your brain healthier. Always try to engage yourself in positive thinking, as well as attending programs that will improve your Intelligent Quotient, IQ. More so, do things that you are not…
Lighten Up!
The craze for lighter skin with the hundreds of creams and cosmetics being marketed to achieve it are testimony to the fact that many women dream of acquiring a fairer skin tone. What to consider to achieve a lighter, brighter…
FAQ: Atopic Eczema
Atopic eczema is a common skin condition experienced by many young children. Proper care is necessary to ensure that a child with eczema is kept comfortable and also to avoid unnecessary flare-ups. We talked to Dr Dr. Khairul Zaman Omar,…
