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closeHapus filterMengenal Diabetes Mellitus
Oleh dr. Ari Kurnianingrum Sp. PD Spesialis Penyakit Dalam di BIMC Hospital Nusa Dua Mengenal Diabetes Mellitus — Diabetes mellitus (DM) sampai saat ini masih menjadi tantangan bagi masyarakat maupun tenaga kesehatan. Badan Kesehatan Dunia (WHO) memprediksi adanya peningkatan jumlah penyandang DM yang menjadi salah satu ancaman kesehatan global. WHO memprediksi kenaikan jumlah penyandang DM
Cegah Kanker Serviks dengan Pap Smear & Vaksin HPV
Cegah Kanker Serviks dengan Pap Smear & Vaksin HPV — Kanker serviks adalah salah satu jenis kanker ganas yang banyak menyerang kaum wanita. Salah satu cara mendeteksi adanya kanker serviks adalah dengan cara melakukan pemeriksaan pap smear (pemeriksaan keadaan sel-sel pada leher rahim atau serviks (serviks). Pap smear sangat dianjurkan untuk dilakukan secara berkala bagi
Pemeriksaan MCU pasca pemulihan Covid-19
Pemeriksaan MCU pasca pemulihan Covid-19 — Medical Check Up (MCU) adalah pemeriksaan kesehatan rutin yang dilakukan untuk mencegah dan mengindikasi penyakit berbahaya di dalam tubuh agar segera dapat ditangani supaya tidak berlanjut dan semakin parah. Semakin cepat suatu penyakit dapat terdeteksi, maka semakin cepat juga pertolongan yang dapat di berikan. Dengan ini, penyakit tidak berlanjut
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — The worldwide annual campaign takes place in October involving thousands of organisations to highlight the importance of breast awareness, education and research. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, “Breast Cancer Now” aims to get as many people as possible involved in raising awareness and funds to help support our
Is Genomic Medicine for All Finally Here?
Is Genomic Medicine for All Finally Here? — As reported in the Clinical OMICs, there is a possibility the next great transformation in healthcare started in the Queen Mary University of London. It was here in the summer of 2013 that the first handful of workers for a new entity funded by the UK Department
2019: The Year for Preventive Health Screenings
Preventive Health Screenings — There’s an easy way to chart a course for better health and possibly avoid such diseases as diabetes and heart disease and you can do so with only a few hours out of your schedule a few times a year whether you are visiting Bali or are a resident here. Ensuring
Understanding Body Mass Index
Understanding Body Mass Index — BMI has two numbers that combine one’s weight with height to know whether a person has the correct weight for their height, which can also indicate how healthy they are. BMI is a screening tool that can reveal whether a person is underweight or if they have a healthy weight, excess
October: Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast Cancer Awareness Month, marked in countries across the world every October, helps to increase attention and support for the awareness, early detection and treatment as well as palliative care of this disease. And it all starts right here with the Bali Pink Ribbon Foundation (BPR) annual charity 5km Fun Walk & Run set for
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month — Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a very common infection that spreads through sexual activity causing almost all cases of cervical cancer. Just one in five Indonesian women are aware of cervical cancer screening, according to a study presented at the ESMO Asia 2017 Congress. The research in nearly 5,400 women
The age old question: how long will I live
This past May numerous local and international news outlets reported the death of a Central Javanese man who claimed to be 146 years old, the longest living human ever. He was taken to hospital on April 12 because of deteriorating health. Six days later he insisted on checking out to return home only to die
Decoding Your Health Screening (Part 3)
In this third of our three part Health-e series, we look at further blood works and what they mean. Sometimes called blood panels, examining your blood is one of a physician’s most vital tools in determining the status of your health. Lipids are broken down and used for energy and the lipid panel is a
Klub Jimbaran Anniversary & BIMC
Celebrating its 4th anniversary from March 9-19, Klub Jimbaran has scheduled a number of daily events including a blood donor drive, futsal and swimming competitions for kids and Zumba sessions with legendary Jakarta-based Zumba dancers, Zin Bernie and Zin Junko. Taking its part in the event, BIMC will participate in the Klub Jimbaran anniversary by
Decoding Your Health Screening (Part 2)
In this second of our three part Health-e series, we look at further blood works and what they mean. Sometimes called blood panels, examining your blood is one of a physician’s most vital tools in determining the status of your health. Four blood tests you’ll find in the red blood cell (RBC) section are: Hemoglobin,
Decoding Your Health Screening (Part I)
Understanding the state of your health all starts with a close look at your blood. Consider that your blood is like an oxygen delivery system and waste removal mechanism. Certain organs in the body, namely the liver, kidney, spleen, and lungs, act as processing stations. Normal values on a lab report basically indicate healthy organ
Think Pink in the Month of October
October is once again wonderfully awash in pink for worldwide breast cancer awareness and for good reason —breast cancer remains the top cancer in women around the globe with incidence in countries like Indonesia only increasing due to urbanization and the adoption of western lifestyles. Early detection (see mammogram screening below) remains paramount to improve
Keep Cancer at Bay by Starting 2016 with Life-Saving Screening
At what age is it best to do the right thing and get tested and what are the specifics? Age 20-29 At this age, a cancer-related check-up should be part of your periodic health exams and might include exams for cancers of the thyroid, mouth, skin, lymph nodes, testicles, and ovaries. A check-up
Ladies: it’s Cervical Cancer Month
January does not just mark the start of a new year, it’s also Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and here’s what you need to know. Cervical Health Awareness Month hopes to raise awareness of this cancer and the diseases that can cause it and start conversations between women and their physicians that could help stop the
BIMC Encourages Bali Residents to Get Screened and Stay Healthy
September 29 marks World Heart Day, an annual day of global health awareness launched by the World Heart Federation. WHF’s mission is to lead the fight against heart disease worldwide. The organization’s efforts are aligned with the World Health Organization’s goal to reduce premature death from non-communicable diseases, including heart disease, by 25 percent by
The Facts on Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Without surprise many people who learn they have a sexually transmitted disease (STD) are devastated. Remember, STDs can be very common and getting one does not mean you are horrible. The first important step is to get help by talking with your health care provider. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections you can get by
World Kidney Day – 8 March 2012
EARLY DETECTION OF KIDNEY FAILURE IS VERY IMPORTANT Any health system in the world should include simple methods for early detection of kidney disease. When indications are that you are at ‘increased risk’ of developing Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), one simple method to measure your kidney function is to measure albumin in the urine by
Cancer Screening
Some types of cancer can be found before they cause symptoms. Checking for cancer (or for conditions that may lead to cancer) in people who have no symptoms is called screening. Screening can help doctors find and treat some types of cancer early. Generally, cancer treatment is more effective when the disease is found early. However,
Kidney Failure
Your kidneys filter waste from your blood and also regulate other functions of your body. Healthy kidneys clean your blood by removing excess fluid, minerals, and waste. They also produce hormones that keep your bones strong and your blood healthy. When your kidneys fail, harmful waste build up in your body, your blood pressure may
Radiation Exposure and Your Health
What is Radiation Exposure? Radioactive materials give off a form of energy that travels in waves or particles. This energy is called radiation. When a person is exposed to radiation, the energy penetrates the body. For example, when a person has an x-ray, he or she is exposed to radiation. Radiation is measured using the
Health Assessment Programs
Comprehensive Health Assessment The benefits of a regular medical check are well known. BIMC Hospital has established this health assessment program as a comprehensive examination which will be an important factor for early detection of a specific disease or as a baseline examination for further check ups. Comprehensive Questionnaire Medical history Family medical history Life