I want to better manage my chronic condition
2025/07/04
Take control of your chronic condition. Discover reliable, easy-to-understand resources to help you manage chronic health conditions such as Diabetes, High Blood Pressure (Hypertension), High Cholesterol (Hyperlipidemia), and Obesity.
Download and share these helpful resources with your loved ones to encourage a healthier future together.
Understanding Diabetes
Learn the types of diabetes, their symptoms, and how to manage or prevent them.
English (PDF, 491KB)
🧠 Test your knowledge with our quick quiz!
☝️Take the next steps today!
- Join our community programmes to support your health journey
- NUHS Health Peers: A three-month programme where you will be paired with a volunteer to set health goals and receive peer support as you work towards a healthier lifestyle.
- NUHS Community Health Posts: Learn more about chronic diseases management with the guidance and support of the NUHS community care team, comprising community nurses and health coaches.
- Book your first Health Plan consultation at your enrolled Healthier SG clinic.
- Browse more health resources on diabetes here to stay informed.
Monitor Your Blood Sugar Levels
A step-by-step guide to checking your blood sugar and understanding your results.
English (PDF, 802KB)
🧠 Test your knowledge with our quick quiz!
☝️Take the next steps today!
- Join our community programmes to support your health journey
- NUHS Health Peers: A three-month programme where you will be paired with a volunteer to set health goals and receive peer support as you work towards a healthier lifestyle.
- NUHS Community Health Posts: Learn more about chronic diseases management with the guidance and support of the NUHS community care team, comprising community nurses and health coaches.
- Book your first Health Plan consultation at your enrolled Healthier SG clinic.
- Browse more health resources on diabetes here to stay informed.
Living Well with Diabetes
Manage your diabetes better with practical lifestyle tips.
English (PDF, 1242KB)
🧠 Test your knowledge with our quick quiz!
☝️Take the next steps today!
- Join our community programmes to support your health journey
- NUHS Health Peers: A three-month programme where you will be paired with a volunteer to set health goals and receive peer support as you work towards a healthier lifestyle.
- NUHS Community Health Posts: Learn more about chronic diseases management with the guidance and support of the NUHS community care team, comprising community nurses and health coaches.
- Book your first Health Plan consultation at your enrolled Healthier SG clinic.
- Browse more health resources on diabetes here to stay informed.
Diabetes: Your Questions Answered
Debunk common myths about diabetes.
English (PDF, 832KB)
🧠 Test your knowledge with our quick quiz!
☝️Take the next steps today!
- Join our community programmes to support your health journey
- NUHS Health Peers: A three-month programme where you will be paired with a volunteer to set health goals and receive peer support as you work towards a healthier lifestyle.
- NUHS Community Health Posts: Learn more about chronic diseases management with the guidance and support of the NUHS community care team, comprising community nurses and health coaches.
- Book your first Health Plan consultation at your enrolled Healthier SG clinic.
- Browse more health resources on diabetes here to stay informed.
Understanding High Blood Pressure
Know the risks, warning signs and what high blood pressure means for your health.
English (PDF, 728KB)
🧠 Test your knowledge with our quick quiz!
☝️Take the next steps today!
- Book your first Health Plan consultation at your enrolled Healthier SG clinic.
- Join our community programmes to support your health journey
- NUHS Community Health Posts: Learn more about chronic diseases management with the guidance and support of the NUHS community care team, comprising community nurses and health coaches.
Understanding High Cholesterol
Understand what cholesterol is and what can raise it.
English (PDF, 782KB)
🧠 Test your knowledge with our quick quiz!
☝️Take the next steps today!
- Book your first Health Plan consultation at your enrolled Healthier SG clinic.
- Join our community programme to support your health journey
- NUHS Community Health Posts: Learn more about chronic diseases management with the guidance and support of the NUHS community care team, comprising community nurses and health coaches.
Understanding Obesity
Find out how obesity is measured, its categories and the health risks involved.
English (PDF, 675KB)
🧠 Test your knowledge with our quick quiz!
☝️Take the next steps today!
- Sign up to NU-LITE, a three-month weight management programme designed to support safe, effective, and sustainable weight loss. Led by dietitians from the National University Hospital, this evidence-based programme helps you build healthier habits and embrace long-term lifestyle changes.
- Book your first Health Plan consultation at your enrolled Healthier SG clinic.
A-Z Health Topics
Be empowered with the right knowledge to lead a healthier lifestyle. Find medical information on common health topics from A to Z on HealthHub
here.
Find a Condition
Learn about medical and surgical conditions, their signs and symptoms, treatment options and more
here.
Dementia
Dementia is often misunderstood to be a natural part of the ageing process. In fact, dementia is caused by physical and chemical changes in the brain, and persons diagnosed with dementia are getting younger. More than 100 cases of young onset dementia are diagnosed each year at the National Neuroscience Institute (NNI), and the number of people living with dementia in Singapore is expected to increase to 152,000 by year 2030, according to the Ministry of Health (2021).
Find out more about dementia, caregiving, self-care, programmes, services, and more at DementiaHub.SG whether you are a caregiver, care professional, or member of the public.
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How is heart attack different for men versus women? Dr Low Ting Ting, Director, Women Heart Health Programme and Senior Consultant, Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre, Singapore (NUHCS) as well as Dr Sim Hui Wen, Consultant, Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre, Singapore (NUHCS), address common questions and lesser-known facts on one of the top killers in Singapore, and how we can be aware of the signs leading up to it. Learn more: Instagram | YouTube |
Common questions about cardiovascular disease? Get your heart health questions answered by the National University Heart Centre, Singapore (NUHCS) Heart Experts! Learn more: YouTube |
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