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closeHapus filterBali Triathlon Event
The Bali Triathalon is back this October 25 and promoted as the best event to date with a record number atheles registering for the 1.5km swim, 40km bike and 10km run. A second event, the Sprint Distance Race, will challenge participants with a 500-meter swim, 20km bike and 5km run. BIMC Hospital is 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
Is Breast Augmentation for You?
“Breast augmentation is one of the most popular elective surgical procedures throughout much of the world, yet it remains a very personal choice and path.” In this way, Dr. Ridwan T Lembong at BIMC Hospital’s Cosmedic Centres, tells his prospective patients to think long and hard before deciding to get what in the field is
5 Myths About Heart Disease
Heart disease myth and misconception—much of it spread on the Internet—can put your heart and life at risk. As World Heart Day is celebrated this month, September 29, you can boost your heart smarts by separating fact from folklore. The Facts Any disease of the heart, vascular disease of the brain, or disease of the
An Apple a Day? Says Who?
An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Oh, yeah…who says so? The phrase may date back to 1866 when the proverb’s original form was “Eat an apple on going to bed, and you’ll keep the doctor from earning his bread,” but eating a varied selection of fruits each day is best. Indonesia certainly
“Rabies : Asia’s Invisible Killer”
Bali may be regarded as paradise on earth, but it also offers serious health risks that are almost invisible. One of these is rabies, a disease now unknown in Australia, Japan, much of Europe and elsewhere in the West. However, residents and medical workers in Bali cannot forget the epidemic of the bite-transmitted infection that
Held August 26-30, the Sanur Village Festival
The Sanur Village Festival is seen by tourists and residents as one of the island’s most successful community events. It promotes locally run tourism businesses, social groups, cultural and creativity in one of South East Asia’s most celebrated communities. Heading into its 9th year, the Sanur Village Festival will include activities such as beach
Air Asia Bali Beach Run 2015
For the second year “running,” BIMC Hospitals will participate in the Air Asia Bali Beach Run held on 6th September 2015, providing ambulance standby and a first response medical team for the care of runners and participants. Air Asia said: “we will see more running enthusiasts from all over the world coming together for a
Grand Hyatt In-house Clinic Opens
It is staggering to learn how many people suffer minor medical incidents when travelling. Medical injuries and emergencies occur even when visitors are in the safe environment of their hotel or villa. It is therefore necessary for hotels to have someone on staff who is capable in a medical situation or better yet, to have
What Kind of Sunburn Leads to Cancer?
Bali is an outdoor place, justly praised for its beaches and world-class surfing, its dedication to enjoying unspoiled nature. It’s benevolent climate year-round tells visitors and residents to slow down, shed some clothing, take a walk, relax. That’s why there are so many happy people here, year after year, Bali is one of the
‘Pass the sugar, please…’
The Threat of Sugary Drinks “A Spoonful of Sugar” is a song in Walt Disney’s movie Mary Poppins, sung by Julie Andrews in 1964 but still a popular film for children of all ages. Half a century ago, it was believed sugarcoating a pill was okay. How about today? How about seven spoons full of
Women Who Are Prone to a ‘Man’s Disease’
One of the great heart disease myths is that it is, primarily, a man’s disease. In fact, it is the No. 1 killer of women and is more deadly than all forms of cancer combined. How did this misconception get started and why do so many think it’s true? The answers now emerging show all
BIMC to Support Bali Sports Foundation
On Sunday July 5 from 7am to 1pm, BIMC Hospitals will do its part to aid the Bali Sports Foundation’s 6th Bali Ocean Swim with a medical team and an ambulance standby at the Bali Garden Hotel in Kuta. On July 25 and 26 from 9am to 5pm, BIMC Hospitals will provide a medical team and ambulance standby for
BIMCare Silver Membership Records Registration Spike
BIMC Hospital Group is reporting a record number of registrations from Bali residents signing up for its BIMCare Silver membership. “BIMCare Silver cards provide a long list of benefits with increasing popularity amongst local expats and Bali residents,” said the hospital’s marketing manager, Fransiska. The immediate sign up benefits include an annual free dental check
What you need to know about Immunizations and Vaccines
Immunization is the process whereby a person is made immune or resistant to an infectious disease, typically by the administration of a vaccine. Vaccines stimulate the body’s own immune system to protect the person against subsequent infection or disease. Immunization is a proven tool for controlling and eliminating life-threatening infectious diseases and is estimated to
A Visual Guide to Healthy Eating
The Healthy Eating Plate Edges Closer to Perfection Harvard Health Publications together with experts on nutrition from the Harvard School of Public Health have launched their “Healthy Eating Plate,” a graphic guide for eating the most researched healthy meals. Similar to the US government’s MyPlate, the Healthy Eating Plate is comprehensive and it points to
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
Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Surfaces in Asia
The South Korean Health Ministry reported four new cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) June 25 and said the outbreak was at a crossroads, backing off from its earlier view that the spread of the often-deadly virus had leveled off. The more guarded assessment came as the government extended the partial shutdown of Samsung
BIMC open clinics in Conrad & Ritz Carlton
Medical incidents happen when people holiday and the larger hotels well understand they need to cope with medical emergencies quickly and professionally. In order to curb potentially fatal incidents and help tourists with minor injuries like sunburn and dehydration, BIMC is now working with Conrad and Ritz Carlton resorts providing small clinic facilities and doctors
On hand in any event
BIMC will provide at this year’s Padang Padang Surf Cup, free ambulance service. Considered the world’s most sought after wave and what sponsor Rip Curl Bali calls a “benchmark Bali barrel machine and all-round epic wave, up there with the best ‘lefts’ on the planet,” an ambulance is necessary given both the power of the wave and
DASH Diet Rushes to the Front of the Line
Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) is a dietary model to prevent and control hypertension but it’s not just those with high blood pressure that it helps. Considered a true diet plan over a “fad” diet, DASH is regarded by physicians worldwide as the best overall way of losing weight and lowering blood pressure. Originally developed by
Uncommon Yet You Need to be Aware of Japanese Encephalitis
Dengue fever remains the most common mosquito borne disease in Bali. However Japanese Encephalitis is much more severe with more reported cases year after year. The disease is essentially a brain infection and can be potentially lethal and those who survive often recover with neurological complications. The disease is most often contracted in rural parts of S.E
The Truth About Bali Belly
Bali has many experiences to offer such as the artwork, surfing, cultural attractions. However one other encounter you won’t forget is gastroenteritis or, as it is commonly referred to, ”Bali Belly.” Another term used to describe Bali Belly is traveller’s diarrhoea which many are familiar with because it happens to as many as 50% of
Five Tips to Control Diabetes
Type-two diabetes is the most common type of diabetes and it can be controlled by some easy lifestyle adjustments. If you are overweight or have a family history of diabetes you need to take special preventative measures such as losing a few extra kilos, eating better and just that little extra physical activity. 1. More