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Published on 26/09/2024
» As we transition into an aging society, one of the biggest challenges for families with elderly members is dealing with the health issues that have accumulated over the years. While conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol are well-known, many are unaware of the increasing threat of degenerative brain disorders in the elderly.
Life, Published on 16/07/2024
» DEAR DOCTORS: I keep hearing the term "super-ager", but the meaning isn't clear. I've heard it used about older adults who stay physically healthy, who live to be 100 or who have a good memory. Is there a definition? Is someone a super-ager because of lifestyle or genetics?
Life, Published on 02/07/2024
» DEAR DOCTORS: You recently mentioned you steer your patients away from cow's milk. I know some people think it's bad for you, but could you please explain? Is it the fat in milk that people think makes it unhealthy, or is it the milk itself? I read that yoghurt is OK. Why would that be different?
Life, Published on 28/05/2024
» DEAR DOCTORS: I just read there's a connection between diabetes and some of the additives in commercial snack cakes and other products. I always thought it was the added sugars that are a problem, but this appears to be something else. Do you know what that is?
Life, Published on 21/05/2024
» DEAR DOCTORS: I've been offered a new job that would start this summer. It comes with a sizable pay raise, so I am considering it. What worries me is that it's an overnight shift, which I've read is hard on your health. I would like to know more about that, and if I can avoid the negative health impacts.
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 20/05/2024
» Si Leeya knew he had fallen prey to leprosy at the age of 15. Overwhelmed by fear of social stigma, he decided to run away from home.
Life, Published on 23/04/2024
» DEAR DOCTORS: Can you please talk about the idea that the order in which you eat your food has an effect on your blood sugar? I have a friend who never eats sweets unless she can also have some vegetables and protein. Does this really matter?
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 23/04/2024
» Traditional Thai medicine categorises people into four elements based on their date of birth -- earth, water, air and fire.