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Where can I have a screening mammogram done?
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You can have your mammogram done at subsidised rates at the following polyclinics:
National Healthcare Group Diagnostics (NHGD)
Appointment Number: 6-275-6443 (6-ASK-NHGD)
Ang Mo Kio Polyclinic
Bukit Batok Polyclinic
Clementi Polyclinic
Hougang Polyclinic
JMC Diagnostics Centre
Jurong Polyclinic
Toa Payoh Polyclinic
Woodlands Polyclinic
Yishun Polyclinic
SingHealth (Appointment Number: 6536 6000)
Bukit Merah Polyclinic
Geylang Polyclinic
Pasir Ris Polyclinic
Queenstown Polyclinic
Sengkang Polyclinic
Tampines Polyclinic
Radiologic Clinic (Appointment Number: 6533 2721)
X-Ray Centre (Level 4, HPB Building)
Alternatively, you can have a screening mammogram at a private X-ray provider.
| Name of Private Provider | Contact No. |
| | Advanced Integrated Radiology Pte Ltd
#02-01 Camden Medical Centre 1 Orchard Boulevard | 6735 6322
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Agape Imaging Pte Ltd
#01-01 36 Prinsep St | 6339 9718
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| | Ang Mo Kio X-Ray Clinic & Laboratory
Blk 422 #01-2516 Ang Mo Kio Ave 3 | 6459 9806
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| | Boston Imaging (Radiology) & Diagnostic Pte Ltd
Blk 101 #01-200 Towner Road | 6292 9607
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| | Drs Lim, Hoe & Wong X-Ray Clinic
#10-02/04/06 Orchard Building 1 Grange Road | 6737 3311
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| | Eastern Specialist Centres (Bedok)
#01-699 210 Upper Changi Road | 6441 1600
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| | Eastern Specialist Centres (Hougang)
90 Hougang Ave 10 #04-03/05 Hougang Mall | 6387 7666
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| | East Shore Hospital
321 Joo Chiat Place | 6344 7588
6340 8714 |
| | Gleneagles Hospital
Radiologic Clinic
6a Napier Road | 6470 5730/ 31
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| | HMI Balestier Hospital
363 Balestier Road | 6253 3818
6359 8130 |
| | Jurong East Branch
Radiology Clinic
Blk 130 #01-219 Jurong East St 13 | 6569 0300
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| | Medical Imaging - Orchard
Total Diagnostic Centre
15 Cairnhill Road, #04-03 Cairnhill Place Multistorey Carpark | 6238 3610
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Consult your doctor for more information on screening mammograms (for female patients). A doctor's referral is required to make an appointment for a screening mammogram. For more information on breast cancer screening, you can call BreastScreen Singapore at 1800 333 3030 or visit the website at http://www.hpb.gov.sg/
For more information on the Integrated Screening Programme, you can call 1800 223 1313 to speak to a Nurse Adviser or email HPB_IntegratedScreening@hpb.gov.sg.
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Why do I need to fast before my health screening?
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Fasting for 8-10 hours is necessary to ensure accuracy of your blood test for glucose, cholesterol and triglycerides.
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What must I do before going for screening?
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You should make an appointment with the GP clinic of your choice for a health screening and bring the invitation letter with you (if you have received it).
You would also need to: - Fast for about 8 - 10 hours before your health screening appointment - this means no food or drink (other than plain water). This ensures accuracy of your blood test results for glucose, cholesterol & triglycerides.
- If you are on medication, please continue to take your medication after the screening. If you are unsure, you should check with your doctor.
- If you are unwell, please reschedule your appointment as illness and medications (e.g. antibiotics) may affect your screening results.
If you wish to have a Pap smear done, you would also need to remember the following: - Avoid sexual intercourse 48 hours before the test
- Do not use spermicides, vaginal creams, lubricant jellies, vaginal medications or tampons 48 hours before the test
- Wear a two piece outfit as you will need to undress from the waist down
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Does eating fast food result in obesity?
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Weight gain occurs when we consume more calories than our body requires. A typical meal from a fast food restaurant made of a burger, fries and a soft drink can provide up to half of the caloric need of an average person. So the frequent consumption of fast food (or any high-calorie meals), without effort to maintain one's calorie balance, may increase the risk of overweight and obesity.
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Are people overweight due to their genes? And can they still get to lose weight?
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Genetic factors can increase the chances of being overweight. However it is important to note that genes are not the only factor that influences weight. Most modern day overweight is likely due to sendentary lifestyle and excessive caloric intake. It is still possible to lose weight through healthy eating and leading an active lifestyle.
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