During family gatherings, it is a common practice to ask after the health of our older relatives. All too often, however, their response which revolves around the variations of  “Old...

Understanding the principles of a healthy diet is just the first step – putting them into practice daily is what truly matters. One simple and effective way to do this...

Santan or coconut milk is naturally high in saturated fats. Of the different types of santan, coconut cream extract has the highest calorie and saturated fat content, followed by regular...

It is an obligation for adult Muslims to fast during Ramadan; for children, this begins when they reach puberty. The reality of fasting from both food and water from sunup to...

Many people still think influenza is nothing to worry about. Even when they do get sick, they assume it will be mild and that they will recover in a few...

Recently, respiratory illnesses, particularly human metapneumovirus (HMPV), have been on the rise in this country. In addition to children under the age of five and the elderly, this illness also...

At a Western medicine clinic, you’ll have your blood pressure checked, felt the cold metal of a stethoscope, and maybe even winced at a needle or two. When you visit a...

Family medicine is often the backbone of healthcare, yet many people don’t fully understand its scope and importance.  To get a better understanding of this specialty, we had the privilege...