Facts about breast cancer According to the World Health Organisation “Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide, claiming the lives of hundreds of thousands of women each…

What is an eating disorder? There are three main types of eating disorders. The first one is anorexia, where your child or teenager will refuse to eat adequate amount of…

We recently sat down with our new Paediatric team member to find out a little more about her. You have recently arrived in Singapore from Chicago, USA. What will you…

What is Roseola? Roseola, or roseola infantum, is a very common, mild viral infection that generally affects children aged 6 months to 3 years. 86% of children will have had…

Who needs to consider contraception? Contraception needs to be considered in all females once they start their periods and are sexually active. This may apply from one’s teenage years, all…

What is Parvovirus infection? Parvovirus infection is a common viral infection usually affecting children between the ages of 3-15 years. Other names for parvovirus infection include slapped cheek disease/syndrome, fifth…

Bedwetting is also known as “nocturnal enuresis”. It is a problem for many school age children and their families. At four years of age nearly one in three children wet…

Many of the challenges faced by mothers in the postpartum period are related to breastfeeding. It is important for mothers to seek help from experienced professionals to ensure they are…

What is Molluscum Contagiosum ? Molluscum Contagiosum, sometimes known as water wart, is a common condition where small warty bumps (Mollusca) appear on the skin. It is caused by a…

Relocating and moving countries is an understandably stressful time for all involved. There is no doubt going to be some challenges during a period of adjustment and some difficulties with…

Dr Sonali – welcome to IMC! What will you most miss about the UK? Thank you!   I am really excited to join the IMC team.  Everyone’s been so welcoming in…

What are the particular Health issues facing adolescents today? Being a teenager has never been easy. It’s a period in our lives full of challenges, of physical, emotional and mental…