Health Articles

When should I first start caring for my baby’s teeth? It’s never too early to start good dental hygiene for your baby. Gently clean your child’s gums with a damp piece of small gauze afte..

Dayi HU, Director of Cardiovascular Center, Cardiologist

Heart disease is one of the most feared diseases worldwide—if not discovered and treated early, a few seconds could turn a dormant condition into a dangerous killer. Thanks to ever-evolving..

Rongrong QIAN, Section Chief of Cardiology, Senior Cardiologist

According to World Health Organization (WHO) data, CVD and stroke continue to be among the top causes of death worldwide. Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is the most common ..

As careful as we try to be, accidents happen. Everyone gets a few scratches and bruises. Are you and your family prepared to deliver first aid if necessary? Depending on where you are when a..

Whether it is preventing H7N9 avian flu, other viruses, or just the common cold, frequent handwashing is often your best defense against any number of potentially dangerous infections. Pleas..

The weather is warmer and trees are in bloom. Spring is upon us.  But for many of us, spring also means allergies: runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing and more. Luckily there are steps you can..

Medical imaging diagnostics is a specialized field of medicine. It uses a variety of advanced technical means to form an image of the human body, allowing doctors the information they need t..

Xin YUE, Internal Medicine Physician, Associate Chief Physician

Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease related to the hormone that regulates blood sugar in the body, insulin. When the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or the body cannot effectivel..

In recent years, the term “weight loss” has become a popular mantra, especially among women. People can be very sensitive to the issue of obesity, even to the extent that they turn a blind..

Andrew PERRETT, Family Medicine Physician

As the Spring Festival holiday approaches, families will be looking forward to spending some quality time together—watching TV, cooking, and lounging on the couch. Unfortunately, even well-..