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Healthier SG: what it means for you

Healthier SG is a national programme that encourages every Singaporean to choose one family doctor and build a long-term health plan together. Instead of seeing a different doctor each time, you have one team that knows your history and follows your health over the years.

Why it's worth doing:

• A doctor who already knows you can spot changes earlier and give more personalised advice.
• You and your doctor agree a simple Health Plan, covering screening, vaccinations and any long-term conditions.
• Enrolled residents enjoy added subsidies for recommended screenings and chronic care.

TFMC is a Healthier SG clinic. If you'd like a family doctor for the long run, you can enrol with us. Just ask on your next visit and we'll help you sign up.

Making sense of your screening results

A health screening is only useful if you understand what the numbers mean and what to do next. A few of the common ones:

• Blood pressure: consistently raised readings can quietly strain your heart and kidneys over time, often without any symptoms.
• Blood sugar (glucose / HbA1c): helps pick up diabetes or pre-diabetes early, when lifestyle changes can make the biggest difference.
• Cholesterol: a fuller picture than a single number; your doctor weighs it together with your other risks.

One reading rarely tells the whole story. What matters is the trend over time and how the results fit with your age, family history and lifestyle. That's exactly what your doctor helps you interpret.

Living well with diabetes, blood pressure or high cholesterol

A long-term condition isn't something to face alone, and it doesn't have to take over your life. With steady support and a few consistent habits, most people manage very well.

• Take medication as prescribed. Tell your doctor about any side effects rather than stopping on your own.
• Keep your reviews: regular check-ins catch small issues early and keep treatment right for you.
• Small lifestyle steps add up: moving a little more, eating a little better, and sleeping well all help.
• Know your targets: ask your doctor what your numbers should be, so you know what you're aiming for.

We build a plan around your life and adjust it as things change, so managing your condition feels manageable.

Vaccinations: a simple guide for every age

Vaccines protect you and the people around you at every stage of life, not just in childhood.

• Children: the National Childhood Immunisation Schedule covers the key vaccines; bring your child's health booklet so we can check what's due.
• Adults & seniors: influenza, pneumococcal, hepatitis and other vaccines are recommended at different ages or for certain conditions.
• Travelling soon: some destinations call for specific vaccines, ideally a few weeks before you go.

Not sure what you need? A short consult will sort out a simple plan for you or your family, and we'll help you check what's subsidised or claimable.

Should I see a doctor, or wait it out?

Many everyday illnesses (coughs, colds, mild fevers, minor tummy upsets) settle on their own with rest and fluids. But some signs are worth getting checked sooner rather than later:

• A fever that's high, persistent, or comes with a rash, confusion or breathlessness.
• Chest pain, difficulty breathing, or severe or worsening abdominal pain.
• Symptoms that drag on longer than you'd expect, or keep coming back.
• Anything that worries you, especially in a young child or an elderly family member.

When in doubt, it's always reasonable to ask. You can walk in during opening hours, or message us on WhatsApp and we'll point you in the right direction.