AIPC is part of the National Influenza Sentinel Surveillance programme with MOH. If you have a fever of > 38 degrees with a cough, our clinic is able to test for COVID-19. For children below 12 years old with clinical diagnosis of HFMD (eg fever, oral ulcers, rash), our clinic can test for Hand Foot & Mouth Disease (The tests are for surveillance purposes only).

Up to $400 per Medisave Account per year can be used for Vaccinations under the National Adult Immunisation Schedule - Influenza, Pneumococcal (PCV13/PPSV), Human Papillomavirus (HPV2/HPV4), Hepatitis B, Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis (Tdap), Measles, Mumps & Rubella (MMR) and Varicella.

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What is Hepatitis B?

Hepatitis B is a virus that infects the liver. It is very infectious, more so than the AIDS virus.

HOW SERIOUS IS THE PROBLEM?

It is very epidemic in some parts of the world and is now on the increase in the world.

Most people with hepatitis recover, although some have a long and serious illness. It may be fatal in people who get cirrhosis or cancer of the liver from it. 5- 10% of sufferers become carriers.

WHAT IS A HEPATITIS B CARRIER?

A carrier is a person who has not been able to get rid of the virus from his or her body. Carriers are a risk to other people and have a responsibility to tell dentists, doctors and other people about this. The doctor will advise on how to cope.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF HEPATITIS B?

This depends on whether the attack of hepatitis is acute or chronic. The acute attack produces a flu- like illness and yellow skin, jaundice. The chronic form comes on slowly and is more serious. It may take months from the time you get the virus until the illness develops. Some people may never have symptoms.

HOW IS HEPATITIS B SPREAD?

The virus is carried in all body fluids: blood, saliva, semen, and vaginal secretions, breast milk, tears and perspiration. It is usually picked up by absorption of infected blood through cuts and sores in the skin, by sexual intercourse or by sharing infected items such as razor blades, toothbrushes, needles, and syringes. Procedures such as ear piercing and tattooing can also spread it. The commonest ways are through intravenous drug use and sexual intercourse with carriers.

WHO ARE AT HIGHEST RISK OF HEPATITIS B?

• Intravenous drug users
• Male homosexuals
• Heterosexuals and bisexuals with multiple sex partners
• Prostitutes
• Prisoners and other institutionalised people
• Certain ethnic groups
• Healthcare workers
• Babies born to carrier mothers
• Children in kindergartens and schools, especially where exposed to a variety of people

IS THERE A HEPATITIS B CURE?

• There is no cure, but it can be prevented
• Prevention is the only cure
• This is done by good hygiene and vaccination

GOOD HYGIENE

• Do not share personal item
• Use a condom for sex
• Be careful not to get another’s blood on cuts or wounds
• Do not share needles

VACCINATIONS

This involves a course of 3 injections

WHAT IS THE TREATMENT FOR HEPATITIS B?

Carriers should follow the ‘good hygiene’ guidelines. They should eat a normal healthy diet and reduce any alcohol to no more than one standard drink per day. If there is a liver damage, interferon may be prescribed.

REMEMBER:

1.      A BLOOD TEST CAN TELL WHETHER YOU HAVE IMMUNITY OR ARE A CARRIER

2.      TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR ABOUT THE PREVENTION OF HEPATITIS B

Groups at Higher Risk for Severe Illness in a COVID-19 Infection

Comorbidities & Underlying Health Conditions in COVID-19 Patients with Complications

·       Hypertension

·       Diabetes mellitus

·       Cerebrovascular disease

·       Cardiovascular disease

·       Chronic lung disease (COPD)

·       Chronic Kidney disease

·       Asthma

·       Dementia

·       Chronic Neurological Disorder

·       Cancer

·       Rheumatological Disorder

·       Obesity

·       Smoking

·       Chronic Hematologic disease / Haemoglobin Disorders

·       Liver disease / Hepatitis B Infection

·       Malnutrition

·       Immunodeficiency / Immunocompromised eg HIV AIDS

·       People aged 65 and older

(Ref: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41430-020-0642-3.pdf, Dailymail.co.uk, https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32320003/, Comorbidity and its impact on 1590 patients with Covid-19 in China: A Nationwide Analysis https://erj.ersjournals.com/content/early/2020/03/17/13993003.00547-2020

Reduce your risk of getting sick with COVID-19

• Make sure your vaccinations are up-to-date. People older than 65 years, and those with many underlying conditions, such as those who are immunocompromised or with significant liver disease, are recommended to receive vaccinations against influenza (Flu 2020) and pneumococcal disease (PCV).
• Do not delay getting medical care for your underlying condition because of COVID-19. AMDA International Peace Clinic has contingency MOH infection prevention protocols to protect you from getting COVID-19 if you need care for your underlying condition.
• Continue your medications and do not change your treatment plan without talking to your doctor.
• Make sure that you have at least a two-week supply of your chronic disease medications.
• Call AMDA @ Tel: 6694 1661 for a medical appointment if you have any concerns about your underlying medical conditions or if you get sick. AMDA is a PHPC-accredited medical clinic. Under the MOH Swab & Go Home programme, our doctors can do a COVID-19 PCR Swab test if you meet the MOH medical crtieria.

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Singapore is free from vaccine-preventable diseases like poliomyelitis, diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (whooping cough) because of our successful immunisation progamme.

Up to $400 per Medisave Account per year can be used for Vaccinations under the National Adult Immunisation Schedule - Influenza, Pneumococcal (PCV13/PPSV), Human Papillomavirus (HPV2/HPV4), Hepatitis B, Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis (Tdap), Measles, Mumps & Rubella (MMR) and Varicella.

National Adult Immunisation Schedule (NAIS) Singapore @ AMDA International Peace Clinic. Make your vaccination appointment at Tel: 6694 1661.

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Romina Libster: The power of herd immunity

How do vaccines prevent disease — even among people too young to get vaccinated? It's a concept called "herd immunity," and it relies on a critical mass of people getting their shots to break the chain of infection. Health researcher Romina Libster shows how herd immunity contained a deadly outbreak of H1N1 in her hometown. (In Spanish with subtitles.)

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The information provided in this website is for knowledge purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice.

Should you encounter any medical problem that you are unsure of, always consult your doctor or health care provider for assistance and medical advice.

Dr Don V H LAU   Chairperson of AMDA Singapore

MBBS (Monash), B.Med.Sc.(Hons) (Monash), Grad.Dip.Derm.(Wales,UK)

AMDA International Peace Clinic is a part of AMDA (Association of Medical Doctors of Asia). We are part of the network of AMDA Peace Clinics & Friendship Hospitals around the world. We dedicate part of our profits to AMDA's worldwide Emergency Disaster Aid Relief missions, Social Development projects and Vaccination programmes.

AMDA, founded in 1984 has carried out more than 200 medical missions, contributing medical expertise and supplies in 65 countries over the last 36 years. AMDA holds General Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic & Social Council (UN ECOSOC) since 1995.

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Risk Factors of COVID-19 Complications

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From 1 Apr 2020, AMDA International Peace Clinic is located at:

9 Taman Serasi, #01-11 Botanic Gardens View, Singapore 257720

AMDA International Peace Clinic

9 Taman Serasi #01-11, Botanic Garden View

Tel : 65-6694-1661  Fax : 65-6694 1771

Email : info@amda.sg

Clinic hours:

Monday to Friday: 9am-12.30pm / 2pm-6.30pm    Saturday: 9.30am-1pm

*Last registration is 30mins before the closing time

Closed on Sundays & Public Holidays

Please contact us at Tel: 66941661 to make an appointment.

For Medical Professionals

Learn from the China Experience on COVID-19 Prevention and Treatment

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INTERVIEW of Dr Shigeru Suganami, Founder & President of AMDA - Association of Medical Doctors of Asia, Medical Director of AMDA International Peace Clinic with Mr Ando of JPlus Magazine Singapore (in Japanese / Part 1 of 8)

INTERVIEW with Dr Shigeru Suganami, Medical Director of AMDA International Peace Clinic (in Japanese / Part 2 of 8)

INTERVIEW with Dr Shigeru Suganami, Medical Director of AMDA International Peace Clinic (in Japanese / Part 3 of 8)

INTERVIEW with Dr Shigeru Suganami, Medical Director of AMDA International Peace Clinic (in Japanese / Part 4 of 8)

OUR MEDICAL TEAM

Dr Don Lau – Medical Director

MBBS (Monash), B Med Sc (Hons) (Monash), Dip Pract Derm (Wales, UK)

Chairperson of AMDA Singapore

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Medical Conditions Treatable with Chiropractic:  

• Head & Neck – Neckaches/ Spondylosis/ Wry Neck/ Whiplash/ Headaches/ Migraine/ Facial Palsy
• Back – Back Strain/ Slipped Disc/ Scoliosis/ Sciatica/ Spondylosis/ Spondylolisthesis/ Spondylolysis
• Shoulder – Frozen Shoulder/ Rotator Cuff Tear/ Impingement Syndrome
• Elbow – Tennis Elbow/ Golf Elbow
• Hip / Knee – Anterior Knee Pain/ Runner’s Knee/ Meniscus Injury/ Ligament Injury
• Foot – Plantar Fasciitis/ Heel Pain/ Metatarsalgia
• Joint – Arthritis/ Cartilage Wear & Tear/ Osteoarthritis
• Ligament – Sprains/ ACL Laxity/ Ankle Sprain
• Muscle – Strains/ ITB Tightness/ Hamstring Tear
• Tendons – Tendonitis/ Repetitive Strain Injury/ Tendinopathy
• Sports Injuries
• Obesity – Exercise & Meal Planning 
• Post Operation/ Hospitalization
• Fibromyalgia

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Dr Lee Sao Bing – Opthalmologist (in-house Specialist)

MBBS, MMed(Ophth), FRCSEd(Ophth), MD, FAMS

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Dr Pang Yoke Teen – ENT (Visiting Consultant)

FRCS (ORL), FRCS(EDIN), (FRCSGLASG), FAMS, MBBS

AMDA International Peace Clinic

Medical Services available :

• General Medicine / General Practice
• Dermatology - Skin Problems (Eczema, Acne, Rash, Boils, Dermatitis, Pigmented or Dry Skin, Mole/Skin Tag/Wart Removal)
  
• Dermoscopy - Non-invasive Detection of Skin Cancer, Pubic lice & Scabbies
• Treatment of Insect Bites & Stings
  
• Obesity / Weight control
• Eye Health / Opthalmology
  
• Ear Nose Throat / ENT
  
• Removal of Ear Wax
  
• Personal Health
• Allergies Test & Management
• Treatment of Allergic Rhinitis
  
• Asthma Management
• Vaccinations / Immunization (eg Flu vaccination)
• Depression / Anxiety / Stress Management
• Management of Chronic Diseases (eg Diabetes / Hypertension)
• Heart Disease / High Cholesterol Management
• Health Management
• Men's Health
• Women's Health
• Child Health / Pediatrics
• Elderly / Senior Health
• Treatment of Gout
• Pain Management (eg Arthritis, Back Pain, Migraine)
• Travel Health
• Health Screening / Blood tests
• Pre-Employment check-up
• Work Permit / Employment Pass / Student Pass / Driving License Check-up

AMDA International Peace Clinic dedicates part of our profits to AMDA's Worldwide Emergency Disaster Aid Relief missions, Social Development projects & Vaccination programmes.

Dr Shigeru Suganami

Founder & President of AMDA - Association of Medical Doctors of Asia

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