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Dec 2014/Jan 2015
MEDICINE ON THE GO Your free handy checklist for travel emergencies NEW YEAR, NEW YOU ISSUE 13 | DEC 2014 – JAN 2015 Our Birthday Gift to You We celebrate SG50 with special goodies for every new baby Follow these three Es for good health in 2015! CONTENTS ISSUE 13 DEC 2014 – JAN 2015 13 WOMEN WELLNESS 4 CELEBRATE Follow three Es for SG50 Jubilee Joy Pack Celebrate SG50 with Thomson Medical 15 ORAL HEALTH 6 NEW ADVANCES Have a pain-free delivery Brighten your teeth THERE’S PLENTY OF REASON for all Thomson babies good health in 2015 with HypnoBirthing® for a brand new you tips for mums-to-be get you down pro with MamyPoko Dr Low Hwee Hiang and Dr Lim Tse Chiun 16 MEN’S HEALTH 8 BUMP AHEAD Don’t let andropause Travel safe with these 17 WE WELCOME 9 PARENTCRAFT Meet our new dentists Change nappies like a 10 TRAVEL MEDICINE 18 HAPPENINGS Your handy checklist Fun seminars, new for travel emergencies 12 PERIMENOPAUSE How TCM can help you restore balance ambulances, moving of Thomson Women’s Clinic and more! FOR ENQUIRIES ON ADVERTISING AND CORPORATE TALKS, PLEASE EMAIL [email protected] CELEBRATING LIFE IS PUBLISHED BI-MONTHLY FOR THOMSON MEDICAL BY PUBLICITAS PUBLISHING (EMAIL: [email protected]) THE VIEWS AND OPINIONS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED IN CELEBRATING LIFE DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THOSE OF THOMSON MEDICAL OR PUBLICITAS PUBLISHING. NO RESPONSIBILITY IS ACCEPTED FOR THE CLAIMS MADE IN ADVERTISEMENTS, ARTICLES, PHOTOGRAPHS OR ILLUSTRATIONS CONTAINED IN THIS PUBLICATION. NO PART OF THIS MAGAZINE MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THOMSON MEDICAL AND PUBLICITAS PUBLISHING. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. COPYRIGHT © 2014 BY THOMSON MEDICAL. ALL INFORMATION CORRECT AT TIME OF PRINTING. PRINTED IN SINGAPORE BY KHL PRINTING CO PTE LTD. MCI (P) 194/12/2013 for cheer in 2015! This year, we celebrate Singapore’s 50th birthday with a Jubilee Joy Pack for all Thomson babies born in 2015. It’s packed with goodies and everything you need to give your little bundle of joy a great start in life. Mums-to-be will enjoy SG50 rates for our single and two-bedded rooms. So there’s never been a better time to have a baby! Back in 1979, Thomson Medical Centre was founded by renowned obstetrician Dr Cheng Wei Chen, whose aim was to “make delivery an enjoyable experience for women”. Now you can do just that with us! At the Thomson ParentCraft Centre, you can learn HypnoBirthing® techniques to help you give birth naturally and without pain. The start of a new year is always a good time to get yourself back on track in life. Here we show three simple ways how ladies can stay in the pink of health, and how you can get a makeover for your pearly whites right here at the Thomson Dental Centre. With our comprehensive range of services across the Thomson Medical umbrella, you can be sure we’ve got you covered. Happy reading! Best Regards, The Editorial Team CORD BLOOD i celebrate A YEAR OF JUBILATION With Thomson Medical’s SG50 Special, there’s never been a better time to have a baby! IF YOU’RE EXPECTING a baby in 2015, congratulations! As a leading provider of healthcare services for women and children in Singapore, Thomson Medical supports our nation’s efforts to get Singaporeans to make more babies. So we’re launching something exclusive for all Thomson mothers and babies! The TMC SG50 Special for our obstetrics patients will be effective from 1 January to 31 December 2015. All new Thomson babies will receive a Jubilee Joy Pack with an exciting collection of goodies (see next page) from TMC and our partners! This is in addition to the SG50 Jubilee Baby Gift for Singapore citizens by the Singapore government. Thomson mummies can also enjoy SG50 rates for our single and two-bedded rooms. For more information, visit www.thomsonmedical.com/thomsonsg50 or call Annie at 8111 6104. 4 5 new advances PLEASURE OVER PAIN Have a stress-free and natural delivery with HypnoBirthing® – The Mongan Method | COURSE OVERVIEW The TMC HypnoBirthing® is a five-week course that comprises five classes of 2.5 hours each. UNIT 1: BUILDING A POSITIVE EXPECTANCY Introducing the HypnoBirthing® philosophy, how to have a comfortable and safe birth, and how to assist (rather than resist) your natural birthing instinct UNIT 2: PREPARING YOUR MIND AND BODY Prenatal bonding techniques, breathing and hypnotic relaxation techniques for labour, daddy’s role, and techniques for toning your body for birth UNIT 3: GETTING READY TO WELCOME YOUR BABY Preparing your body for birth, light touch labour massage, achieving a natural start to labour, and releasing negative emotions and limiting thoughts UNIT 4: AN OVERVIEW OF BIRTHING DO YOU KNOW THAT it’s possible to give birth without pain? We have all been conditioned by TV and movies that labour is a painful affair. But it need not be so. Now available at Thomson ParentCraft Centre, HypnoBirthing® is a childbirth education programme that teaches you techniques you can use during pregnancy and birth to achieve a relaxed and comfortable birth, as nature intended. HypnoBirthing® is based on the work of English obstetrician Dr Grantly Dick-Read, a leading advocate of natural childbirth in the 1920s, and the founder, Marie Mongan. There are two certified HypnoBirthing® practitioners who teach at Thomson ParentCraft Centre. So what are the benefits of a stressfree delivery? It can greatly shorten the first phase of labour and reduce the “HypnoBirthing® made me feel positive about my birth. My birth was a calm experience and I actually enjoyed having contractions!” — May-Lyn and Li Wei need for painkillers, drugs, episiotomy and other interventions. The breathing techniques help reduce fatigue for you during birth, leaving you alert and full of energy during the labour process without the need for difficult pushing. With hypnosis involved, it is really nothing more than an altered state of consciousness, like how one can be engrossed in daydreaming, or a good book. There is no magic wand or pendulum swinging in front of your eyes. Rather, it uses practical selfhypnosis techniques that you can use to cope with stress in other aspects of life. HypnoBirthing® is not just for mums. Dads (or another birth companion) play an important role, as they are equipped with techniques they can use to help mum stay relaxed during birth. Both parents work together as a team to welcome their baby to the world. “My midwife was surprised how calm I was during my son’s birth. She said she was actually bored, as my husband took over her role and looked after me!” — Alexandra and Johan 6 Onset of labour (thinning and opening), the basics of birth, preparing for birth at home or hospital, hallmarks of labour, and birthing with your baby UNIT 5: BIRTH, BREATHING LOVE, BRINGING LIFE Moving into birthing, positions for descent and birthing, breathing baby down to birth, preparing to breastfeed, and family bonding with your baby MIRANDA FUNNELL practises at Thomson ParentCraft Centre Blk 2 Balestier Road #01-671 Balestier Hill Shopping Centre (Opposite Thomson Medical Centre) Singapore 320002 T: 6251 4090 E: [email protected] www.thomsonmedical.com/ hypnobirthing-classes AXA Mum’s Advantage Awarded “Best in Insurance Coverage for Mothers and Babies” in 2012 & 2013 2012 2013 VOTED BY PARENTS P R E G NANC Y PR S O DU CE C TS / S E R VI VOTED BY PARENTS PR P R E G NANCY S O D UC IC E TS / S E R V AXA Mum’s Advantage is for an expectant mother from as early as 18 weeks pregnancy as well as for the baby while still in the womb. It is a combination of two plans: 1. Prenatal plan – Mum’s Care • It helps to ease the cost of treatment arising from possible pregnancy complications. • The baby is also ensured guaranteed protection against the 18 listed congenital illnesses up to the age of 6 years old. • Both mother and child also enjoy hospital care BENEFITS. 2. Savings plan – INSPIRETM FlexiProtector and INSPIRETM FlexiSaver • It provides a valuable head start in building up savings for your child’s future. • The mother can transfer this plan to the child upon birth. It provides guaranteed life protection up to $200,000 including 30 critical illnesses, without any further health check. * Terms & Conditions apply. Contact Us Today 6100 6543 AXA Life Insurance Singapore Private Limited 8 Shenton Way #27-02 AXA Tower Singapore 068811 Website: www.axa.com.sg “With Mum’s Advantage we can be confident that our child will be well protected both before and after birth.” travel BUMP AHEAD Travel safe with these tips for mums-to-be! WHICH TRIMESTER(S) ARE SAFE WHAT MEDICATION SHOULD I BRING FOR TRAVEL? WITH ME? According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the safest period to travel is the second trimester from the 14th to 28th week of pregnancy. In general, obstetric emergencies happen more often in the first and third trimesters. Your obstetrician will be able to advise you if it is safe to travel during your pregnancy term and provide details on the viability of your pregnancy. You’ll need to be assessed for any medical problems or pregnancy complications that might put you at a high risk for travel. These include: • Anaemia • Recent bleeding in pregnancy • Conditions that put you at high risk of deep vein thrombosis Depending on where you’re going, it would be prudent to prepare a small bag of medicines and supplements. Do include: • Your usual vitamins and supplements • Paracetamol (if you have no known allergies to it) for pain or fever • Anti-histamines such as chlorpheniramine in the event of nasal congestion or allergies • Medication for morning sickness and motion sickness in the event of long or bumpy journeys • Medication for diarrhea WHAT FOODS SHOULD I AVOID? Pregnant women are more prone to being infected with listeria, which can lead to miscarriages and stillbirths or severe illness in the newborn. Avoid 8 soft cheeses, blue cheese and those with a white rind, such as brie and camembert. However, if they have been properly cooked, these cheeses are safe to eat. Raw or undercooked meat can harbour Toxoplasma gondii, a parasite that can lead to complications during pregnancy. Although the risk of infection is low, it is best to avoid raw or undercooked food. DR CLAUDINE TAN practises at Thomson Women’s Clinic Blk 254 Serangoon Central Drive #01-219 Singapore 550254 T: 6382 3313 E: [email protected] www.thomsonmedical.com parentcraft CHANGE NAPPIES LIKE A PRO! Get maximum care and comfort with MamyPoko, the diaper partner for Thomson Medical USE DISTRACTIONS Changing a squirming baby can be a real struggle. It’s also less likely to be sanitary – if you’re wrestling with your toddler and rushing to pull off the dirty diaper, you’re more likely to be spreading germs. So if your baby is a changing table squirmer, have distractions ready. Keep a couple of toys up on the changing table that you can use to divert her attention. Just a couple of extra seconds may be enough. Once the diaper change is over, make sure to wash or disinfect the toys afterward. should always put a cloth or tissue over his penis to avoid getting sprayed. Remember! Wipe boys UP Wipe girls DOWN Do you know that all babies born in Thomson Medical Centre receive a pack of MamyPoko NewBorn diapers upon discharge?* Here’s why! WASH YOUR BABY’S HANDS Whether or not you’ve actually seen your baby touch anything nasty during the diaper change, it’s still a good idea to wash her hands once you’re done. SUPER ABSORBENT Provides longer usage and leakage protection BREATHABLE COVER Releases heat and moisture to reduce rashes CONTOURED WAISTLINE Protects your baby’s unhealed navel WETNESS SIGN Lines turn from yellow to green = Time to change! WASH YOUR OWN HANDS RIGHT AWAY If you’re not near a sink, you can use alcohol-based gel instead – just make sure to keep the bottle out of your baby’s reach. Superior Absorbency WIPE CLEAN AND DISINFECT CAREFULLY THE CHANGING AREA With a girl, always wipe from front to back to prevent infection. Although that’s not an issue with a boy, you LOVES | MAMYPOKO THOMSON BABIES! Regularly wipe down the changing table with soap and water or a disinfectant. 9 TIP: For extra peace of mind, use MamyPoko Soft Baby Wipes to keep your baby clean and healthy. These wipes kill 99% of bacteria that cause skin infections, respiratory diseases and food poisoning. With no alcohol content, they are gentle enough to be used on your newborn! *For a limited period only Gentleto S kin travel MEDICINE ON THE GO Be prepared for minor travel emergencies with this handy checklist! FEVER, BODY ACHE AND CUTS AND SMALL WOUNDS Alcohol wipes or Chlorhexidine antiseptic solution Band-aid Gauze JOINT PAIN Paracetamol or Ibuprofen ANTIHISTAMINES FOR COLD hlorpheniramine or C Promethazine (to suppress runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing, and to aid in sleeping) MOTION SICKNESS, GIDDINESS AND VOMITING Dimenhydrinate BP STOMACH UPSET eragel (or similar V antacid tablets to relieve gastric pain, stomach cramps and bloatedness) Directions: First clean the wound with alcohol wipes or Chlorhexidine. Then place a band-aid or gauze on the wound. This prevents infection and speeds up the healing process. Gauze fabric, unlike cotton pads, is woven to prevent threads from sticking to the wound. MOSQUITO REPELLANT SUN PROTECTION unscreen or S sunblock (SPF 30 or higher) epellant cream or spray R containing DEET Directions: Apply only to exposed skin and clothing and not under clothing. Do not apply on eyes, mouth, cuts, wounds and irritated skin. Children should use repellents with lower concentrations of DEET. Avoid use on infants two months or younger. Directions: Apply sunscreen/sunblock liberally half an hour before going out in the sun and re-apply at least every two hours when outdoors and after swimming, bathing and profuse sweating. Babies six months and younger should not have sunscreen applied to their skin, and should stay indoors. INSECT BITES ydrocortisone cream H (with/without antibiotics to suppress itchy bites) COUGH AND • Vaccinate yourself. Consult your doctor at least six weeks before travelling to malaria-infested areas or places that require compulsory vaccinations. Some vaccinations may require two or three doses and take around one month to be fully effective. Recommended travel vaccinations (not exhaustive) include seasonal influenza, hepatitis A, typhoid, tetanus, meningococcal meningitis and anti-malarial prophylaxis. • If you have a medical condition or chronic disease, consult your doctor early. Bring a few more days’ supply of your regular medication. Keep a note in your wallet and inform your travel companions on your medical conditions and daily medications. Check with your health insurance provider on what is covered. • Children should be kept up-to-date on routine childhood vaccinations. Newborns and infants are at special risk because they can get very sick quickly, and many vaccines and medications are not recommended for them. There are also limited options for malarial prevention in infants. Make sure you check with your paediatrician before you travel. • If you’re pregnant, consult your obstetrician before you travel. SORE THROAT rachisan (or similar T lozenges to soothe sore throat) Dextromethorphan (lozenges, syrup or tablets to relieve cough) | BEFORE YOU TRAVEL… DIARRHOEA operamide or charcoal pills L (to relieve loose stools and abdominal cramps) Get your travel vaccinations from the Thomson 24-Hour Family Clinic today! Get your travel medicines and supplies from the Thomson Retail Pharmacy today! DR ABDUL BASHIR Senior Resident Doctor Thomson 24-Hour Family Clinic 339 Thomson Road Singapore 307677 T: 6350 8812 E: [email protected] www.thomsonmedical.com 10 Caution: If your medical conditions do not improve or are serious, consult a doctor or go to a hospital immediately. Please consult your doctor if you have any drug allergy, am pregnant or breastfeeding. tcm BODY IN TRANSITION How Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can help you cope with perimenopause to the period during which a woman’s body makes its natural transition to permanent infertility (menopause). During this period, many women experience hot flushes, migraine, night sweats, skin and vaginal dryness, mood swings, depression, anxiety, irregular menstruation cycles and reduced volume of menstruation flow. Menopause is a normal phase. Most women start perimenopause in their 40s. However, some women may experience symptoms as early as their mid-30s. This may be due to poor lifestyle habits such as smoking and an unhealthy diet, a medical history of cancer treatment or hysterectomy, and family genetics. Perimenopausal symptoms can be disturbing, but they will usually lessen in severity gradually and eventually disappear. However, if symptoms progressively worsen, such as profuse menstruation that last for more than a week or excessive mood swings, you should seek medical attention. According to TCM, women’s physiology and gynaecological systems are influenced by the kidney system. The Yin and Yang energy in the kidney system controls growth, development and the ageing process. It is the deficiency of these energies that leads to perimenopausal symptoms (see sidebar to the right). TCM treats perimenopause with a combination of herbal medicine and acupuncture, moxibustion and cupping. The goal is to restore the Yin and Yang in the kidney system while taking into account the individual’s body constitution and existing medical condition. PERIMENOPAUSE REFERS Thomson Chinese Medicine (Thomson Medical Centre) www.thomsontcm.com In addition to TCM remedies, the physician also advocates living in harmony with nature, such as a balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals, and choosing fruits and vegetables that are grown locally or are in season. Regular exercise and cutting down on caffeine, alcohol and smoking will also help in restoring balance to the body. PERIMENOPAUSE IN TCM: KIDNEY SYSTEM LACKING IN YIN OR YANG Lacking in Yin • Symptoms: Hot sensation on palms and soles (especially in the evening), night sweats • Causes: Excessive blood loss (menses, multiple births or surgery), excessive sexual activity Thomson Chinese Medicine (TMC) Thomson Medical Centre #03-01 339 Thomson Road Singapore 307677 T: 6350 8850 F: 6258 1476 E: [email protected] Thomson Chinese Medicine (112 Katong) 112 Katong #B1-10A 112 East Coast Road Singapore 428802 T: 6636 3836 F: 6636 3835 E: tcm_katong@ thomsonmedical.com 12 Lacking in Yang • Symptoms: Fatigue, cold limbs, cold sensation in knees and lower back • Causes: Ageing, excessive cooling food in diet (such as bitter gourd, star fruit, excessive tea) Thomson Chinese Medicine (United Square) United Square #02-08A 101 Thomson Road Singapore 307591 T: 6354 3981 F: 6258 0917 E: tcm_us@ thomsonmedical.com Thomson Chinese Medicine (NUH Medical Centre) NUH Medical Centre #04-08/09 1 Lower Kent Ridge Road Singapore 119082 T: 6694 5565 F: 6694 5567 E: tcm_kr@ thomsonmedical.com women wellness NEW YEAR, NEW YOU Follow these three Es for good health in 2015! 1 EAT RIGHT Women need adequate calcium and vitamin D to keep osteoporosis at bay. Make sure you get enough through your diet or supplements. • Calcium: If you’re 50 years or older, you need 1,000–1,200mg of calcium daily, which you can get from dairy products (such as milk, cheese and yogurt), spinach, kale, soybean and calciumfortified orange juice. • Vitamin D: If you’re 50 years or older, you need 400–1,000 IU of vitamin D daily, which you can get from fatty fish (such as salmon, tuna and mackerel), liver, egg yolk and vitamin D-fortified dairy products and orange juice, as well as exposure to sunlight. 2 EXERCISE REGULARLY Aim for 150 minutes of physical activity every week. You need a combination of aerobic and muscle strengthening activity. Aerobic activity, or cardio, strengthens your heart and improves your cardiovascular system. Muscle strengthening activity helps you develop stronger muscles and bones, increase bone density and reduces risk of osteoporosis. • Aerobic activity: 150 minutes of moderate activity three or more days a week (such as brisk walking, leisure swimming or cycling, line dancing), or 20 minutes of vigorous activity, three or more times a week (such as jogging, running, tennis, rollerblading, swimming continuous laps). • If you’re in your 20s: Check for hypertension. • If you’re in your 40s: Check for diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, heart disease, and go for breast screening and cervical cancer screening with pap smear. • If you’re in your 50s: Continue all the checks you’ve been doing in your 40s, and include colorectal screening as well as a bone mass density test to check for osteoporosis. • Muscle strengthening activity: Push-ups, leg squats, resistance bands, lifting weights. 3 EVALUATE YOURSELF Prevention is better than cure. Detect any conditions early with regular checkups. Not only will this give you and your loved ones peace of mind, it’ll also cost a lot less to treat any illness before it gets worse. 13 DR LAU PIK ONN practises at Thomson Well Women Clinic 9 Scotts Road #10-02 to 06 Scotts Medical Center at Pacific Plaza Singapore 228210 T: 6735 0300 E: [email protected] www.thomsonwellwomen.com WEIGHT LOSS PACKAGE @ $250 READY FOR A SLIMMER YOU? Treat yourself to a makeover this new year! At Thomson Well Women Clinic, we know women best. We have 35 years of experience in caring for you at our women-only clinic. Start your year right with a slimming package that suits your needs! Thomson Well Women Clinic 9 Scotts Road #10-02 to 06 Scotts Medical Center at Pacific Plaza Singapore 228210 T: 6735 0300 F: 6735 0605 E: [email protected] www.thomsonwellwomen.com For the busy professional who is highly motivated to lose weight effectively and safely. This programme will focus on changing your food choices and portions to kickstart the first month of your diet journey. It includes one month’s supply of meal replacement and weight loss supplements. • Doctor consultation and physical assessment • Skin analysis with machine • BIA and fat analysis, blood pressure • One month’s supply of meal replacements • One month’s supply of in-house weight management replacements • Free two-week gym trial with True Yoga (terms and conditions apply) WEIGHT LOSS AND BODY SHAPING TREATMENT PACKAGE @ $1,400 For those who wish to pamper themselves with a tummy firming and lifting regime, while also getting a headstart on their diet journey to lose weight. This programme will ensure a trim and firm tummy for a more confident you as you work on achieving your weight loss goal. • Doctor consultation and physical assessment • BMI, BIA with fat analysis, blood pressure, waist circumference • Skin analysis test • One month’s supply of meal replacements • One month’s supply of weight management supplements • Exilis radiofrequency and ultrasound body slimming sessions (four sessions) • Free two-week gym trial with True Yoga (terms and conditions apply) oral health OUT YOUR | BRING MEGAWATT SMILE! Thomson Dental Centre offers two advanced teeth whitening options: 1. Take-home whitening You can whiten your teeth at home with a whitening gel held in place by thin plastic trays, which are custommade by making an impression of your teeth. These gel-filled trays are worn for one hour a day over one to two weeks. This process takes longer than clinic-based teeth whitening, but the investment is lower. 2. Laser in-office whitening Zoom whitening is the latest whitening system that offers impressive results in one sitting. The procedure takes place in the clinic and involves the application of a concentrated whitening gel to your teeth, which is then activated with a laser light. The investment is higher, but results are immediate. REGAIN YOUR PEARLY WHITES Lighten up your teeth for a brand new you DAZZLE WITH CONFIDENCE with whiter teeth. Find out why our teeth tend to darken with age, and how Thomson Dental Centre can help you get the smile you’ve always wanted. WHY DOES MY TEETH TURN YELLOW? The colour of your teeth is determined by the colour of dentine, the bony tissue inside your teeth. Dentine can darken over time due to ageing and intensely coloured foods and drinks in our diet. While dental scaling and polishing can help your teeth look brighter by removing surface stains, it does not change the internal colour of your teeth. In contrast, teeth whitening brightens teeth from within by removing stains and discolouration from deep inside your teeth. ARE THERE ANY SIDE EFFECTS? Teeth sensitivity is normal after teeth whitening. The degree of sensitivity varies between individuals, and usually subsides quickly. Thomson Dental Centre uses only professional teethfriendly products to ensure safety throughout the whitening process. SHOULD I USE A WHITENING TOOTHPASTE? A whitening toothpaste does not change the internal colour of your teeth. However, they do help to maintain the whiteness of your teeth after professional whitening. Make sure you use a toothpaste recommended by your dentist, as some teeth whitening toothpastes contain acids or abrasives that can permanently damage your teeth. WHAT ABOUT MY FILLINGS OR CROWNS? Because fillings or crowns stay the same colour during the whitening process, they may need to be replaced to match the lighter colour of your teeth after completion of the treatment. 15 Thomson Dental Centre 8 Sinaran Drive #07-08/16-19, Novena Specialist Center Singapore 307470 T: 6255 0770 E: [email protected] www.thomsondentalcentre.com men’s health ARE YOU LOSING IT? The truth behind andropause – and how you can get back on top of your game MYTH 1 THERE IS NO MALE EQUIVALENT OF MENOPAUSE IN WOMEN. Andropause is the male equivalent of menopause. Like menopause, its onset usually happens after the age of 40. However, unlike menopause, andropause does not happen to all men (30% of men above the age of 60) and the onset is usually gradual. MYTH 2 EVEN IF MY TESTOSTERONE LEVELS ARE LOW, IT IS A NATURAL PART OF AGEING. Although a declining testosterone level is a natural part of ageing, the extent of decline is dependent on genetics and lifestyle. Low testosterone is the main reason behind the physical and sexual decline associated with ageing. It is also the main cause for male osteoporosis and is associated with increased mortality from cardiovascular events. MYTH 3 IF I WANT TO PERFORM BETTER IN BED, VIAGRA OR CIALIS IS ALL I NEED. Your sexual performance is dependent on blood flow as well as testosterone levels. Taking drugs such as Viagra and Cialis only addresses the issue of blood flow. Testosterone replacement may still be required to address the testosterone deficiency. MYTH 4 MEN DO NOT SUFFER FROM OSTEOPOROSIS LIKE WOMEN DO. Not true. One in five osteoporosis patients are men. However, it is true that since men are generally more physically active, they are less prone to bone mass loss, since exercise has been shown to protect bone density. MYTH 5 EVEN IF I HAVE ANDROPAUSE, THERE’S NOTHING I CAN DO ABOUT IT. First get yourself checked. At Thomson Lifestyle Centre, testosterone screening is done as part of the Men’s Vitality Screening Package, where you’ll also be checked for hyperlipidaemia and diabetes as well as prostate cancer. Treatment includes testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), the male equivalent of hormone replacement therapy in women, along with lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, resistance exercises, a high-protein diet and taking specific supplements. DR DEREK KOH practises at Thomson Lifestyle Centre Novena Medical Center 10 Sinaran Drive #10-14/15, Novena Square 2 Singapore 307506 T: 6352 6550/6559 E: [email protected] www.thomsonlifestylecentre.com 16 we welcome MEET OUR NEW DENTISTS Dr Low Hwee Hiang Dentist Thomson Specialist Dentistry DR LOW HWEE HIANG received her basic dental and specialist dental training from the National University of Singapore. She graduated with a Bachelor degree in Dental Surgery (BDS) in 2004 and was conferred her Master degree in Dental Surgery (Orthodontics) and fellowship in the Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh) in 2009. Dr Low is adept in enhancing the smiles of her patients, while ensuring their continued comfort during their journey under her expert care. She also provides interceptive treatment and growth modification for growing children and combined orthodontic-orthognathic (teeth, jaw and face) surgery management for adults. THOMSON SPECIALIST DENTISTRY Novena Specialist Center 8 Sinaran Drive #06-05/06/07 Singapore 307470 T: 6255 1771 E: [email protected] www.thomsonspecialistdentistry.com Dr Lim Tse Chiun Dentist Thomson Dental Centre DR LIM TSE CHIUN graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree from the National University of Singapore in 2005. During her undergraduate training, she was placed twice on the Dean’s List and received awards from NTUC and the International Federation of Dental Educators and Associations. Dr Lim strongly believes that armed with proper knowledge, most people can avoid uncomfortable and complicated dental procedures. Therefore, she places great importance on patient education and preventive treatment, and practises with a focus on individualised comprehensive care. THOMSON DENTAL CENTRE Novena Specialist Center 8 Sinaran Drive #07-08/16-19 Singapore 307470 T: 6255 0770 E: [email protected] www.thomsondentalcentre.com 17 happenings Thomson Women’s Clinic: We have moved from Tiong Bahru to Jalan Membina With effect from December 2014, Thomson Women’s Clinic at Tiong Bahru Central Plaza has moved opposite to Block 18, Jalan Membina, #02-06 Singapore 164018, a fiveminute walk from the previous venue. Our contact numbers remain unchanged at (Tel) 6276 1525 and (Fax) 6276 7515. Dumex Parenting from the Heart Seminar Organised by Dumex Danone and Thomson Medical Centre, this fun seminar held at NTUC Centre on 26 October had parents learning pro tips from our experts – “Nutrition for Toddlers: Cultivating Healthy Eating Habits” by Dr Ang Poon Liat of Thomson Paediatric Centre, “Breaking the Cycle of Poor Oral Health” by Dr Ashley Thien of Thomson Dental Centre, and “Slumbering for Babies” by Ms Fonnie Lo of Thomson ParentCraft Centre. All participants took home a goodie bag worth $180. New Ambulances! With the addition of two new ambulance vehicles, Thomson Medical’s upgraded ambulance service is ready for better, swifter and smoother service round the clock islandwide for patients. The ambulance service* can be reached at 6350 8812. *Ambulance services are for TMC booked cases only Great Eastern Life Parenting Seminar Parents and members of Great Eastern Life had a fun afternoon at this seminar on 1 November at The Star Vista. While the kids were kept entertained with a movie screening of Disney’s Frozen, Dr Tan Kuan Yang from Thomson Paediatric Centre shared how parents can treat common childhood illnesses and injuries at home. Abbott Gain Little Masterminds Event Our experts shared parenting tips at this event held at the National Library on 22 October. Dr Janice Wong from Thomson Paediatric Centre gave a talk on “Enhancing Your Child’s Development”, and Dr Yang Xiao from Thomson Dental Centre spoke on “Breaking the Cycle of Poor Oral Health”. There was also a kids’ tuina (massage) demonstration by Physician Huan Chew Ting from Thomson Chinese Medicine. 18 Confinement Food Home Delivery “ I need not worry about marketing for ingredients & racking my brains on what to cook, and no washing up of pots and pans. I’ve never felt so spoilt, and I really enjoyed my time & rested well during this confinement period. Makes me want to be preggie again. “ -Tasmin, Patient of Thomson Medical Centre Order online at: Thomsonbaby.com Backed by Thomson Medical’s in-house team of experts in nutrition, together with rich influence of Traditional Chinese Medicine, our 28-day confinement food recipes are deftly crafted to aid mothers in their journey to recovery during their confinement. For information and orders, please drop by Thomson Medical Centre, 339 Thomson Road, Level 1, ParentCraft Retail Shop/ Call 6350 8848 or email: [email protected]
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