Health stories from BIMC.
Guidance on staying well in Bali, travel-health advice and updates from across the BIMC network — written by our medical teams.
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Coping With the Side Effects of Dialysis
Coping With the Side Effects of Dialysis — Dialysis is a lifesaving treatment for those with end stage renal disease (ESRD). However, with both peritoneal dialysis (PD) and hemodialysis (HD), there are occasions when a patient may have side effects from the treatment. These side effects can be mild or severe, depending on the patient’s
Light Exercise Might Lessen Strokes
Light Exercise Might Lessen Strokes — People who regularly engage in light to moderate physical activity – like walking four hours a week or swimming two hours weekly – might have less severe strokes than individuals who aren’t as active. As reported in Health Line, researchers examined data on 925 patients who were treated for
Supplement May Harm Health
Supplement May Harm Health — New research warns that a number of weight loss and workout supplements contain potentially harmful doses of a substance that has been ruled as unsafe. As reported in Medical News Today, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) ban all athletes from taking any drugs or supplements that include higenamine, a beta-2
Weight Gain Linked to Sleep Loss
Weight Gain Linked to Sleep Loss — A recent study by Sweden’s Uppsala University indicates losing just one night of sleep could have an impact on one’s metabolism resulting in an increase in body weight. Previous epidemiological studies have shown that the risk for obesity and type-two diabetes is elevated in those who suffer from
Health-E by BIMC – October 2018 Health & lifestyle Newsletter
Health-E by BIMC – October 2018 Health & lifestyle Newsletter
Ministry Visit BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua to Discuss Medical Tourism
Ministry Visit BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua to Discuss Medical Tourism — The Ministry of Tourism and the Ministry of Health have agreed to develop International Medical Tourism. The Ministry of Health, representatives of hospitals, spas and health associations will form a team that will be followed up with the preparation of a joint plan. A
BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua Supports IMF-World Bank Annual Meeting
BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua Supports IMF-World Bank Annual Meeting — BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua is committed in playing its role in the international IMF-World Bank Group Annual Meeting. The participation of BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua is its readiness to provide complete health services for 20,000 visitors consisting of delegates and support staff from approximately 189
BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua: First hospital in Bali Certified for Disaster Preparedness
First hospital in Bali Certified for Disaster Preparedness — Since the beginning of 2017, the Bali Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) has carried out disaster preparedness in the Nusa Dua Region in support of the October 2018 IMF-World Bank Annual Meeting. BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua is today the first private hospital in Bali to receive
Five Reasons to Choose BIMC Nusa Dua for Plastic Surgery
Reasons to Choose BIMC for Plastic Surgery 1. Our Soothing and Unhurried Location BIMC Nusa Dua is considered Indonesia’s first medical tourism facility. Since 2014 the hospital has been designed for elective and non-elective procedures and this month is the official hospital for the IMF-WB conference with some 15,000 delegates in attendance. Nusa
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
Travel with Peace of Mind: Declare Pre-existing Conditions
Travel with Peace of Mind: Declare Pre-existing Conditions — It seems a reoccurring nightmare: a growing number of travelers to Bali land and begin their holiday only to wind up in an accident requiring medical emergency yet with rejected coverage due to not declaring their pre-existing conditions. Take a recent incident of an American expat
Most Heart Palpitations Harmless
Most Heart Palpitations Harmless — When heartbeats become more noticeable they are called heart palpitations and can feel as though the heart has skipped a beat. Palpitations can also feel like the heart is pounding, fluttering, or beating irregularly. Medical News Today says a person may experience these sensations in the throat or the neck
Health-E by BIMC – September 2018 Health & lifestyle Newsletter
Health-E by BIMC – September 2018 Health & lifestyle Newsletter
BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua Supports Rotary Club Nusa Dua
BIMC Supports Rotary Club Nusa Dua — The Annual Rotary Club Bali Nusa Dua Charity Golf Tournament has become an increasingly popular and well-supported event. This year, the 18th annual tournament will be held Saturday, Sept. 8 at Bali National Golf Club, Nusa Dua and expected to attract over 100 golfers. The event will include
Emergency Workshop for Doctors and Nurses Hosted by BIMC Nusa Dua
Emergency Workshop for Doctors and Nurses Hosted by BIMC Nusa Dua — As part of its community medical education program, BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua held its “Primary Survey and Management Pre-Hospital” workshop dedicated for nurses and general medical practitioners. The two-hour workshop focused on abdomen trauma led by BIMC general surgeon dr. I Wayan Wahyu
BIMC Nusa Dua Donates Medicine to Pura Luhur Uluwatu Community
BIMC Nusa DuaDonates Medicine to Pura Luhur Uluwatu Community — With its cliff-top setting high above pounding Indian Ocean waves, Luhur Uluwatu temple has become one of the island’s treasured tourism attractions. The temple looks like many others in Bali however its dramatic location and fetching sea view earns it special recognition. According to temple
Important Questions to Ask Before Plastic Surgery
Important Questions to Ask Before Plastic Surgery — Before you consider having any type of plastic surgery, there are important questions that you should ask yourself in order to achieve a safe procedure with optimum results. Am I Healthy Enough to Have Plastic Surgery? Before considering plastic surgery ask yourself if you’re healthy enough (most people are
Skip the Drink on World Heart Day
Skip the Drink on World Heart Day — This year the World Heart Federation (WHF) is asking people around the world to make a promise on September 29 … for my heart, for your heart, for all our hearts… A promise as an individual to cook and eat more healthily, to do more exercise and
Rabies: 99% Fatal 100% Preventable
Rabies : 99% Fatal 100% Preventable — September 28th is World Rabies Day, the first and only global day of action and awareness for rabies prevention. In Bali it is an opportunity to unite as a community and for individuals, NGOs and governments to connect and share their work. Created and coordinated annually by GARC, World
Earthquake Safety: Drop Cover Hold On
Earthquake Safety: Drop Cover Hold On — A spate of earthquakes in Lombok and Bali have left residents and visitors jittery although by taking precautions and learning what to do during an earthquake will ease anxiety and help protect you and your family from injury. According to the Red Cross, here’s what to do in
Health-E by BIMC – August 2018 Health & lifestyle Newsletter
Health-E by BIMC – August 2018 Health & lifestyle Newsletter
BNI Life Insurance & BIMC Nusa Dua
BIMC Nusa Dua is today affiliated with BNI Life Insurance for healthcare services, both inpatient and outpatient with cashless as well as pay and claim system. To introduce our medical facility and the kind of quality service we provide, BIMC Nusa Duaprovided a health talk for sales agents at BNI Life Insurance with the topic
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
BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua Updates its ACHSI Accreditation
BIMC has been accredited once again by the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards (ACHS). The hospital scored very well in four key areas: patient care, access to care; hospital maintenance & safety. The updated accreditation exhibits the painstaking effort made by staff and management to continuously deliver performance improvements that result in enhanced patient care.