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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Underlying Health Conditions in COVID-19 Patients with Complications

Learn about the Groups at Higher Risk for Severe Illness in a COVID-19 Infection including Hypertension, Diabetes, Cardiovascular disease & Cancer

Risk Factors of COVID-19 Complications

Source : Observer Research Foundation

4 Common Health Conditions in Singapore

1. Hypertension

About 1 in 4 persons between 30 and 69  years old suffer from high blood pressure.

What can you do about it?

• Monitor your blood pressure
• Maintain an appropriate BMI
• Quit smoking and limit alcohol
• Reduce Stress

2. Diabetes

Diabetes can lead to other health issues such as heart attack, stroke and kidney damage if it is not well-managed.

What can you do about it?

• Change your diet and lifestyle
• Reduce sugar intake
• Exercise more
  

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.

3. Strokes & Heart Attacks

Nearly 1 in 3 deaths are due to Cerebrovascular & Cardiovascular Diseases.

What can you do about it?

• Inform your doctor of your medical history and get advice on the right type of tests and health screenings you might need eg ECG, X-Rays, CT scans or MRIs
• Exercise more
• Increase your intake of Omega-3 DHA Fatty acids

Vitamins & Nutrients for a Well-functioning Immune Systems to Protect against COVID-19 & other Viral Infections

(Ref: Nutrients. 2020 Apr 23;12(4). pii: E1181. doi: 10.3390/nu12041181 Optimal Nutritional Status for a Well-Functioning Immune System Is an Important Factor to Protect against Viral Infections Calder PC¹, Carr AC², Gombart AF³, Eggersdorfer M⁴.

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4. Major Cancers

The most common types are colorectal, lung, breast and prostate cancers.

What can you do about it?

• Types of screenings you can consider include mammograms, HPV tests and vaccinations and blood tests.
• Speak to your doctor for details on available screening methods for you and your loved ones.

Note : AMDA is part of MOH's Screen for Life programme.

REMEMBER MORE IS MORE!

• Eat MORE vegetables, fruits and lean meats. Nutrition is key to maintaining good health.
• Get MORE exercise.
• Get MORE sleep. Clock at least 7 to 8 hours of sleep every night.

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Health Assessment & Screening Packages

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Top Health Conditions of Hospitalization Pre-COVID-19 (Source: SingStats)

• Cancer
• Pneumonia
• Ischaemic Heart diseases & other heart diseases
• Intestinal Infectious diseases
• Infections of the skin
• Diabetes Mellitus
• Cerebrovascular diseases (including Stroke)
• Acute Upper Respiratory Infections

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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

Symptoms of COVID-19

Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus.

People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:

• Cough
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• Fever
• Chills
• Muscle pain (Myalgia)
• Sore throat
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Nasal Congestion
• New loss of taste or smell
• Nausea / Vomiting
• Diarrhoea

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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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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.

AMDA International Chapters   Afghanistan Albania Bosnia & Herzegovina Bangladesh Bolivia Cambodia Canada Colombia Guyana Haiti Honduras India Indonesia Kazakhstan Korea Kosovo Malaysia Mongolia Nepal New Zealand Pakistan Peru Philippines Sakha Republic Singapore Sri Lanka Sudan Taiwan Uganda Vietnam Zambia

Risk Factors of COVID-19 Complications

We've Moved!

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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