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5 Myths about Sun Exposure
Summary of myths that is untrue:
People living near the equator have sufficient sun exposure for healthy levels of vitamin D.
Everyone shares the same amount of risk to skin cancer
Vitamin D production is the only health benefit of sun exposure.
We should ALWAYS cover up/ apply sunscreen all the time when we are outdoors
Excessive sun exposure is huge public health problem
Practical Tips - 5 Ways to get Healthier That We May Not Be Aware Of
There are many factors that can affect health. Most of us know the most common determinants like food and exercise. However, there’s much more to health than what we eat and how we move. In this article, we will explore the various components that make up a healthy lifestyle.
Fun facts of 10,000 steps
Walking is a simple form of exercise that is free with multiple health benefits. More is better than some but some is better than none. So put on your walking shoes, get out and WALK.
How to prevent frailty in the elderly?
Frailty has associated and accepted as part of aging. Along with frailty, comes increased risks of of falls and reduced physical activity. But it doesn’t have this way. Frailty can be prevent and should be prevented so that we all can age gracefully and lead more fulfilling lives.
Practical Tips - 5 Tips To Get Better Sleep that are Free
Singapore is the most sleep deprived in the world. Here are 5 tips to get better sleep which are free!
How do we tackle sedentary lifestyle in Singapore?
A sedentary lifestyle is very common among people living in a city like Singapore. It is important that we use a stratified approach to ensure the population remains physically active.