Cervical Cancer Can Be Prevented with Vaccination
Did you know that cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women globally(1)? What is cervical cancer? Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the cervix, a small canal that connects the uterus and vagina. When a woman is expecting, the cervix helps keep her baby in place until the […]
SGX Announcement – RMG enters into Strategic Partnership and Management Agreement on American International Hospital
𝙍𝙈𝙂 𝙞𝙨 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙑𝙞𝙚𝙩𝙣𝙖𝙢! We are pleased to announce that we have acquired a majority interest in American International Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and will be entering into a management service agreement to manage the 120-bed tertiary hospital. The purpose-built hospital is home to five operating theatres and offers […]
Hand, Foot Mouth Disease
With hand, foot and mouth cases surging 150% against last month, HCMC’s Health Department is preparing to cope with a potential outbreak. In the past week the city recorded 423 cases, up 2.5 times against four weeks ago, according to the city’s Center for Disease Control and Prevention. The rise is recorded both in the […]
5 Tips of Hypertension Lifestyle Management
What is high blood pressure (hypertension)? High blood pressure occurs when the force of blood pushing against our blood vessel walls is consistently high. It is often called the “silent killer” because one may not be aware that anything is wrong, but the damage is occurring within the body. It is generally defined as a […]
Caring for Your Skin Under the Sun
When enjoying outdoor activities, the combination of extended sun exposure and improper care can lead to unintended consequences such as skin pigmentation and premature ageing of the skin. As the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays damage our skin significantly over time, it is important to wear sunscreen every day, even on cloudy days. Eight Tips […]
What is Monkeypox?
Monkeypox is a viral disease that is caused by infection with the monkeypox virus (MPV). It is a member of the Orthopoxvirus genus family that includes other conditions such as cowpox, horsepox, smallpox (variola), and vaccinia viruses. MPV was first discovered in monkeys in 1958, although rodents are now seen as the probable main animal […]
Notice of Clinic Operational Hours | April – May 2022
Raffles Medical clinics’ operating hours will follow the below schedule during the public holidays in April and May. 📌11 April 2022: Compensation Day for Hung King’s Commemoration ▪️ Hanoi Clinic: Closed ▪️ HCMC Clinic: Closed ▪️ Vung Tau Clinic: Closed 📌30 April 2022: Reunification Day ▪️ Hanoi Clinic: Closed ▪️ HCMC Clinic: Closed ▪️ Vung […]
Tuberculosis Screening for UK Visa Applicants
Raffles Medical is pleased to announce that our medical facilities in Vietnam (HCMC) and Cambodia (Phnom Penh) have been accredited by the UK Government to conduct Tuberculosis Screening services and issuance of certificates, according to the UK Dept. of Health Protocol, for all UK visa applicants who wish to travel to the United Kingdom for […]
SEASONAL INFLUENZA VACCINATION 2021/2022
What is influenza and how will it affect me? Seasonal influenza, commonly referred to as the flu, is caused by influenza viruses. Symptoms for the condition include sudden fever, chills, body aches, sore throat, cough, and headache. Transmission occurs through respiratory droplets when an individual coughs or sneezes. Unlike the common cold virus, influenza can […]
BREAST CANCER AMONG WOMEN AGED 35 AND BELOW
There is an increase in young breast cancer patients over the years, with a doubling in the numbers under the age of 35 years. This corresponds to the National Cancer Institute SEER worldwide statistics as well. This young group of breast cancer patients has a unique set of challenges and needs. Their psychosocial, career and […]
