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closeHapus filterThe Pros and Cons of Including CT Scans in Regular Check-Ups: What You Need to Know
Introduction to CT Scans and Regular Check-Ups In the world of modern healthcare, advancements in medical imaging technology have revolutionized the way we approach preventive care and disease detection. One such technology that has gained significant attention is the Computed Tomography (CT) scan. As we delve into the topic of whether CT scans should be
Understanding the Different Types of Cancer
Cancer is a complex and devastating disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a leading cause of death, and its prevalence continues to rise. Understanding the different types of cancer is crucial for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the various forms of cancer, their characteristics,
Taking Control of Your Health: How Faithfulness Can Play a Role in Preventing Cervical Cancer
Taking Control of Your Health: How Faithfulness Can Play a Role in Preventing Cervical Cancer – Cervical cancer is a serious health issue that affects many women worldwide. It is a type of cancer that develops in the cervix, the lower part of the uterus. Understanding the basics of cervical cancer is crucial for prevention
Detecting Glaucoma: Why Regular Eye Examinations are Crucial for Early Detection
Detecting Glaucoma: Why Regular Eye Examinations are Crucial for Early Detection – Glaucoma is a serious eye condition that can cause permanent vision loss if left untreated. It is often referred to as the “silent thief of sight” because it typically does not cause any noticeable symptoms in its early stages. Glaucoma occurs when there
Sleep Apnea Testing: What You Need to Know for a Restful Night’s Sleep
Sleep Apnea Testing: What You Need to Know for a Restful Night’s Sleep – Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by pauses in breathing or shallow breaths during sleep. These pauses can last from a few seconds to a few minutes and can occur multiple
How Often Should You Get a Medical Checkup?
How Often Should You Get a Medical Checkup? — Medical checkups are important in order to make sure you are healthy. They help make sure you don’t have any underlying problems that might require medical attention. They also help doctors keep an eye on your overall health and provide information on your progress. Regular checkups
What makes women more susceptible to osteoporosis
What makes women more susceptible to osteoporosis — Osteoporosis is a silent disease that weakens bones, increasing the risk of unforeseen fractures. There typically are no symptoms in the early stages of bone loss, that is why osteoporosis called silent disease. Once your bones have been weakened by osteoporosis, you might have signs and symptoms
Warning Signs of Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Warning Signs of Obstructive Sleep Apnea — Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common sleep-related breathing disorder, that causes you to repeatedly stop and start breathing while you sleep. This type of sleep apnea occurs when your throat muscles intermittently relax and block your airway during sleep. Sleep apnea is characterized by specific symptoms, which
Mengenal 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
Tips for Ageing Well in Paradise
Tips for Ageing Well in Paradise — For those looking for a foreign destination to retire, Bali is one of the top 10 best places worldwide to live, a ranking wedged between Bled, Slovenia and Cascais, Portugal. At BIMC we witness firsthand just how popular Bali has become for a growing number of international retirees,
World Kidney Day : March 14
World Kidney Day : March 14 — This year’s campaign will focus on the burden of kidney disease, the disparities and access to healthcare with the theme — “Kidney Health for Everyone Everywhere.” Did you know… * That kidney failure imposes the second largest cost to Indonesia’s healthcare system after heart disease * That the Indonesian
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
Indonesian Independence Day Health Package
When was the last time you had your health screening? You may not notice the signs of health problem or early infection. Regular health screening is important to check if you are at risk to certain health issues. BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua offers its mini MCU package celebrating the country’s 73rd Independence Day and consists
Prevent Diabetes with HBA1C Test
Prevent Diabetes with HBA1C Test Diabetes Mellitus is caused by high blood sugar levels due to an impairment of insulin secretion and/or insulin disruption, which essentially means diabetes mellitus patients cannot produce insulin resulting in an increase in blood sugar levels that cause short and long term complications. The blood test you need to have
Prevent Heart Disease and Hypertension with a Lipid Profile Test
Prevent Heart Disease and Hypertension with a Lipid Profile Test Cholesterol is a fat in the blood that attaches to proteins called lipoproteins. The body uses cholesterol to help build cells and produce hormones while too much cholesterol in the blood can accumulate inside the arteries, forming plaque and if too much you risk a
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
Echocardiogram for Heart Attack Screening
Heart attacks can come on without warning, even in a person who appears fit and never had symptoms. The process of coronary artery disease (CAD), which leads to heart attacks, is complex and usually starts early in life. Over a period of years, plaques that accumulate within artery walls narrow passageways and restrict blood supply to the
BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua Introduces Cervical Cancer Prevention Package
What is cervical cancer? Cervical cancer occurs when abnormal cells on the cervix grow out of control. The cervix is the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina. Cervical cancer can often be successfully treated when it’s found early. What causes cervical cancer? Most cervical cancer is caused by a virus called human papillomavirus, or HPV. You can
Cholesterol Test in BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua: Understand Your Numbers
When and who should have their cholesterol tested? If you are between 40-75 years of age, it is recommended to have the test every five years. However, it is also advised to have yearly cholesterol tests if patients are on cholesterol lowering medication. What does a cholesterol test involve? Health care professionals in a hospital