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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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
Are You a Candidate For a ‘Tummy Tuck’?
Pregnancy, yoyo dieting and significant weight loss or the natural ageing process can leave behind unwanted sagging fat and skin around the stomach area. When exercise and diet don’t work, a “tummy tuck,” or abdominoplasty, is an increasingly popular solution. One of the cosmetic procedures offered at BIMC Nusa Dua’s CosMedic Centre, the tummy
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
Talking Medical
Bali’s Round Table Discussion in BIMC Nusa Dua A round table discussion and seminar will be held at BIMC Hospital Nusa Dua July 11 with 50 general practitioners and nurses from private hospitals around Nusa Dua, Sanur, Denpasar, Karang Asem and Singaraja. Moderated by Dr. Hermes Santosa of BIMC Emergency Department, speakers include BIMC’s Dr.
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
International Students Discover Medical Tourism
Forty students from Udayana University International Summer School program visited BIMC Nusa Dua on July 6. The program provided cross-cultural awareness in travel medicine, namely vaccinations, required for tourists visiting various countries. Students toured BIMC hospital’s facilities learning of emporiatrics, the branch of medicine that deals with the prevention and management of health concerns faced by international
Zoom Teeth Whitening
BIMC Nusa Dua Dental Centre offers residents of Bali one of the most advanced teeth whitening systems available on the market assisting hundreds of patients since opening its doors in 2012. Some compare Zoom Teeth Whitening to having a skin treatment at your local spa, which exfoliates stains from inside bringing them to their natural
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
BIMC Sponsor for Grand Nikko Golf Tournament
Time to take the clubs out on Saturday, June 6th for this 2nd annual golf event. Scheduled is a cocktail gathering in the ballroom and award presentation Gala Dinner Stand with prize announcements including accommodation, air tickets as well as BIMCare cards and PRP treatments at BIMC Hospital Nusa Dua.
Dental Clinic Urges Early Bookings Over High Season
BIMC Nusa Dua Dental Center is expecting a significant rise in bookings from June onwards through to September. If you are a regular patient or new patient or, visiting from overseas, it is recommended to book as early as possible for procedures, especially those that involve the onsite lab for crowns, bridges implants or dentures.
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
BIMC Hospital Nusa Dua Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy Offers Revolutionary Treatment for a Variety of Injuries
BIMC Hospital has been providing PRP to those suffering chronic or acute joint pain for the past year and with great success. The simple injection safely uses one’s own blood plasma and complements BIMC’s non-surgical physical therapy options. Head of CosMedics Dept., Dr. Ridwan, says the procedure has proven popular for a growing number 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
The Gluten Debate
Nutrition The Gluten Debate “Gluten-free” has been the buzzword for the past decade, going from something once considered important for a subset of people with food intolerances to a worldwide market for gluten-free products with a projected worth of 24 billion US dollars by 2020, according to statista.com. But where did this phenomeoeon come from
Mesotherapy Injections Recommended to Rid Fat
If you’re seeking body beautiful without that fat that just won’t come off, there is one treatment that’s been around a while with regaining interest. Today a technique called mesotherapy is growing in popularity and while it’s been used for some time only recently has a legion of medical practitioners rediscovered this safe and effective