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Health Matters - S1E34: Eyedrops mishaps: Loss of vision and death

A brand of eyedrops in America has been linked to loss of vision and even one death. Although it’s been pulled off the shelves in the US, Health Matters explores whether we in Singapore might be at risk. Could eyedrops lead to a dangerous bacterial infection?

Guest: Clinical Associate Professor Khor Wei Boon, Senior Consultant, Corneal & External Eye Disease Department, Singapore National Eye Centre

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Health Matters - Keeping well, while living with diabetes

One-third of people who experience diabetes distress and find it hard to remain positive in relation to the condition. The rest say the fear of developing diabetes-related complications affects their well-being. Daniel Martin speaks with Dr Ben Ng, Endocrinologist, Arden Endocrinology Specialist Clinic, about how these individuals can be more resilient, organised and responsible in upkeeping their physical and mental health, while they live with the condition.

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Health Matters - Latest advancements in pulmonary hypertension research and patient care

Daniel Martin speaks with Professor Edmund Lau, lung specialist from Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and Professor of Medicine at the University of Sydney, about the latest advancements in pulmonary hypertension research and patient care.

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Health Matters - Influenza vaccines at your pharmacy

You will soon be able to take your influenza vaccine at one of 3 pharmacies as part of a sandbox trial announced by the Ministry of Health. Will this help boost take up rates?

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Health Matters - The link between COVID-19 and your IQ

Two new updated COVID-19 vaccines are available in Singapore, as of the 28th of October. Tune in to find out why you should be continuing with your COVID-19 vaccine regiment, especially if you want to protect your IQ.

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Health Matters - Magic as therapy in hospitals?

Can magic be used as therapy in the hospitals? Daniel Martin spoke with Alexander Yuen, Managing Director, Meta Illusions, to find out more.

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