How Self Love can Change Your Life – Say No to Breast Cancer

It is important to conscientiously practice breast self-examinations so that we are aware of any changes/abnormalities and seek medical attention early. Early medical intervention increases one’s chance of recovery. In this edition of Best Advice from Women, for Women, we speak with breast cancer survivor Jill Koh, who helps us quell some of the misconceptions that […]
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Benign lumps – how common are they and should I worry?

Not all lumps that are discovered during routine breast self-examination or screenings are cancerous. Often, many lumps are not. Dr Lim Siew Kuan, Senior Breast Consultant & Surgeon at Solis answers some questions on benign breast lumps, including the types, diagnoses and treatments. Q.What are breast lumps, and how common are they? Breast lumps refer to […]
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All You Need to Know about Breast Cancer Screening: Breast Mammogram and Ultrasound

Mammograms are the globally recommended standard in breast cancer screening for women aged 40 and above. However, many women avoid talking about, or going for regular breast screening because of several concerns: I’ve heard from family/friends that mammograms are painful and uncomfortable There is no radiation exposure for mammograms, which is dangerous and can cause […]
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