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March 9th World Kidney Day Theme: Kidney Disease & Obesity
According to the latest WHO data kidney disease deaths in Indonesia reached 41,042 at the same time evidence shows that obesity, which was previously a problem among high-income groups in the country, has spread across all income groups. Is there a relation? According to World Kidney Day website, obesity is a potent risk factor for
The Future of Health Care Data Analytics
With detailed information from electronic medical records increasingly available in the cloud, health care tasks are more and more found online. By detecting the early symptoms of a virus as an example, that great body of information will make it easy for doctors and their patients to prevent illness. While the technology is in its
Self-Driving Bali Safely
The cost of leasing a car compared to a motorcycle in Bali is so negligible that it’s hardly worth consideration especially given the savings of a few dollars could mean your life and that of the person saddled behind you. Of the 95 foreign tourists and expatiates who died in Bali in 2015, almost double
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
BIMC Workshop: Unlocking the Code to Eye Beauty
Held on March 8-9, BIMC, in conjunction with Allergan Medical Institute, will host a workshop that looks at the latest techniques using soft tissue fillers for the enhancement in the upper face, specifically the sensitive skin around the eyes. Sharing her expertise on the topic, British plastic surgeon Dr. Jonquille Chantrey will join Allergan to
Jakarta Graduate Students Visit BIMC Nusa Dua
Some forty graduate students from Magister Hospitality at Trisakti University campus Jakarta are scheduled to visit BIMC Nusa Dua March 17 as part of their mandatory research project. BIMC Nusa Dua is one of three scheduled hospital research facilities the students will visit. They will take the opportunity for a hospital tour and lecture on
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
Health-E by BIMC – February 2017 Health & lifestyle Newsletter
Health-E by BIMC – February 2017 Health & lifestyle Newsletter
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,
BIMC Supports Bali Pink Ribbon
Recognizing World Cancer Day, the Bali Pink Ribbon Foundation will hold an educational event at Bali Discovery Shopping Mall on Feb. 4. The event will begin in the morning by offering passersby free blood glucose and blood pressure checks along with a talk show on healthy lifestyles and breast cancer awareness. BIMC Hospitals supports the
Careful with Tuberculosis
The Indonesian Health Ministry is getting tough on unreported and unidentified tuberculosis (TB) cases, the country suffering from the second-highest number of unreported cases in the world. The latest global TB report by the World Health Organization (WHO), states as many as 690,000 TB cases in Indonesia may not be detected or reported. Such unreported
Internal Medicine Specialist at BIMC
As part of its Specialist Clinic, BIMC Nusa Dua provides internist examination by internal medicine specialists that focuses on preventing, diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases that affect adults. Even with healthy habits and the best preventive care, illnesses can still happen, and your internist can address your health concerns with you to establish
Dental Implant Procedure Now Available at Dental Centre
Dental implants are essentially replacement tooth roots that provide a strong foundation for fixed, permanent teeth or removable replacement teeth that are made to match your natural teeth — a procedure now available at the BIMC Dental Centre Nusa Dua. Dental implants provide an improved appearance that look and feel like your own teeth, designed
Artificial Intelligence for Smart Eating
Even after all the warnings many people consume far too many foods high in calories, fats, free sugars or salt, and many do not eat enough fruit, vegetables and fiber. Are you one of them? Consider technology to help you better your health with every bite you take. A new wave of start-ups has taken
No Pain in Water Workouts
Pool workouts are growing in popularity providing better balance, agility and endurance, which is a great confidence boost for anyone who has shied away from exercise in the past. Pool exercises are great fat-burners, eating up a higher level of calories in a shorter time. The holiday island of Bali is an excellent place for
Silent Signs of Coronary Thrombosis
Typical symptoms of heart attacks such as chest pain and/or pressure, cold sweat, extreme weakness, are well understood. But there are more subtle signs you’re having a heart attack that can be easily missed. If you experience any of the following symptoms, see a BIMC doctor immediately. If a couple flights of stairs are usually
RipCurl School of Surf Refreshes First Aid Course
Each year Rip Curl Bali School of Surf enlists their staff for a first aid course. After opening its 3rd surfing school in Feb., Rip Curl registered over 90 staff over four first-aid sessions at BIMC Nusa Dua. Rip Curl staff from various departments will join the sessions. BIMC Hospitals First Aid Training is designed
BIMC Pain Clinic
BIMC Nusa Dua now provides a healthcare facility focused on the comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis and multi-disciplinary treatment for various types of pain as well as chronic pain. Pain assessment is conducted by Dr. Ketut Ngurah Gunapriya, SpAn, KIC, FIPP. The BIMC Pain Clinic is open from Monday to Friday (9am-7pm). The pain specialists are available
Managing Chronic Back Pain By Dr. Ketut Ngurah Gunapriya, SpAn,KIC,FIPP
Back pain is one of the most common reasons someone seeks medical attention, in fact about 80 percent of adults experience lower back pain at some point in their lifetimes. Men and women are equally affected by lower back pain, which can range in intensity from a dull to constant ache to a sudden, sharp
BIMC to Host Specialist Workshop
PT GPD Indonesia will hold its national workshop at BIMC Hospital Nusa Dua Feb. 22-23 attended by 40 specialists from across the country, particularly members of PERDATIN (Perhimpunan Dokter Spesialis Anestesia dan Intensive Care Indonesia). The workshop: “Peripheral Nerve Entrapment Injection with Guided Ultrasound” will focus on guided injection techniques for a patient’s shoulder, elbow,
Swab Your Way to Better Health
While most people have heard of 23andMe, the direct-to-consumer genetic testing company that’s provided well over one million users with personalized information about their ancestry and genes linked to cystic fibrosis and other diseases, there’s today a more niche group of DNA tests designed to offer users genetic findings related to their health and fitness.
Cancer Spread Increased in High Fat Diet
Cancer is most lethal once it has begun to spread as successful treatment is much more difficult at an aggressive stage. Professor Benitah’s team found CD36 was present on metastatic cancer cells from patients with a range of different tumors including oral tumors, melanoma skin cancer, ovarian, bladder, lung and breast cancer. To confirm its
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
Shifting Resolutions
Setting a performance goal may help you stay more motivated compared to a weight-loss goal. Start with say 10 pull-ups or 20 push-ups or touch your toes 30 times throughout the day, adding more week after week, to create a healthy shift from focusing purely on aesthetics to performance. Bad habits and bad ideas go