Long-term lack of sleep, or chronic insomnia, has been linked to impaired coordination, concentration, memory, immunity and higher risk for a number of diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, heart diseases. In this article, we discuss what causes lack of sleep, including underlying conditions insomnia may indicate. Keep reading to learn more about how to diagnose, assess, treat and care for those struggling to sleep better.
In this guide, we'll talk about essential healthcare services, long-term home nursing, and day care centres to help seniors cope with their old age. We'll also give you more information on where to find the best home care services for the elderly in Singapore.
Dementia is a debilitating disease that requires consistent care and attention at every stage. Find out about dementia causes, symptoms, stages, and how you can provide best dementia care for loved ones with our home care guide for dementia in Singapore.
We share 5 misconceptions associated with being a nurse and what it really takes to become a nurse. In a word, it takes heart to care for patients.
In this article, a daughter tells her story caring for her mother with dementia and lessons she learned. Be patient, practise self-care, forgive and above all, just love. Dementia home care resources are listed at the end of the article.
Palliative care is a type comprehensive and customisable care to enhance patient's wellbeing. In this palliative care guide, we discuss different types palliative care, how it is different from hospice care, and where and how to find the best palliative care in Singapore.
In this article, we discuss 3 elderly care options - home care, assisted living and nursing home. We also cover care needs of seniors, how to do cost planning for both the direct and indirect costs to help you gauge your financial needs.
Dealing with a stroke patient at home requires intensive care and effort. In this home care guide for stroke recovery, we discuss treatments for stroke, after-stroke care and rehabilitation, preventive measures to avoid a recurrent stroke, and stroke support groups and programmes stroke patients and families can tap in. We also cover the causes of stroke, signs and symptoms, and side effects of stroke for a complete understanding of the disease.
Dementia affects one in ten Singaporeans aged 60 and above. In this interview with A/P Dr. Aaron Ang, we covered topics such as dementia causes, dementia symptoms, how to differentiate dementia from old age forgetfulness, current and future treatment for dementia, and his advice on how to care for loved ones with dementia at home.
(65) 6802 7972 (In-clinic services)Ninkatec also operates in-clinic GP services under Charazoi Medical Clinic, and caregiver services under Comfort Keepers Singapore. Visit our sister websites to find out more.
