Dr Siew Tan

Dr Siew Tan Quality Family Healthcare

22/05/2020

Whether you are worried about symptoms of COVID-19 (coronavirus) or any other type of health problem, your local GP is still on hand to help. To make it easi...

Corresponding with our rising life expectancy, age-adjusted death rates in Australia have fallen by around 70% since the...
02/03/2019

Corresponding with our rising life expectancy, age-adjusted death rates in Australia have fallen by around 70% since the early 1900s.
Leading causes of death differ by age
• 1–44 years: su***de, land transport accidents
• 45–74 years: coronary heart disease, lung cancer
• 75 years and over: coronary heart disease, dementia and Alzheimer disease
In 2016, there were 158,500 deaths in Australia. The leading causes of death (overall) were similar in 2006 and 2016.
Coronary heart disease was the leading cause of death for males in 2016, accounting for 13% of deaths. Dementia and Alzheimer disease was the leading cause of death for females, accounting for 11% of deaths, closely followed by coronary heart disease.

Leading causes of death
Coronary heart disease
- Males 10,870
- Females 8,207
Dementia and Alzheimer disease
- Males 4.679
- Females 8,447
Cerebrovascular disease
- Males 4,239
- Females 6,212
Lung cancer
- Males 5,023
- Females 3,387
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- Males 3,903
- Females 3,309

Source information from Australian Health 2018

BMI: Where do you fit?If everyone was in the normal weight range, disease burden in Australia would be reducedSome of us...
19/01/2019

BMI: Where do you fit?

If everyone was in the normal weight range, disease burden in Australia would be reduced

Some of us are seeking help from a GP to get healthier. In 2014–15, of people aged 15 and over:
• 14% discussed reaching a normal weight with a GP (for adults who were obese, 31% discussed reaching a normal weight)
• 11% discussed eating healthy food or improving their diet
• 10% discussed increasing their exercise levels.
In addition, 10% of adults who drank more than 2 standard drinks per day discussed drinking alcohol in moderation.

To calculate your BMI and see how you compare with the rest of Australia, use the online data visualisation tool via www.aihw.gov.au/reports/australias-health/australias-health-2018/contents/bmi-where-do-you-fit

Please consult your GP to discuss how to gain a normal weight or contact us.

Source: from Australia’s health 2018 publication

Are you at Risk? (Type 2)While there is no single cause of type 2 diabetes, there are well-established risk factors. Som...
12/01/2019

Are you at Risk? (Type 2)

While there is no single cause of type 2 diabetes, there are well-established risk factors. Some risk factors can be controlled and others you are born with.
An estimated 2 million Australians are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes and there are also large numbers of people with silent, undiagnosed type 2 diabetes which may be damaging their bodies.
Diabetes Australia has developed a Risk Calculator based on the Australian type 2 diabetes risk test (AUSDRISK). It is a simple and easy way to assess your risk or developing type 2 diabetes.
How can I check my risk?
Please visit the website below and answer the 11 short questions:
www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/risk-calculator

Source from Diabetes Australia

Summer is a time of increased outdoor activity and subsequent sun exposure.Despite decades of health warnings about the ...
03/01/2019

Summer is a time of increased outdoor activity and subsequent sun exposure.
Despite decades of health warnings about the development of skin cancer due to sun exposure, many people are still disregarding precautions and putting themselves at risk. Recent studies have shown that only 30% of people use UV protection on a regular basis. It does not take long for the sun to burn your skin.
So please do the right thing. Avoid intense UV hours (between the hours of 10am to 3:30pm) and cover your skin either with sunscreen or clothing. If you notice any new markings, or change to existing skin spots, please consult a doctor as soon as possible. Skin cancer can have a devastating effect on you.

If you are a female and aged 25 or older, you need to know this.Cervical Cancer screening test is a vital preventative m...
30/08/2018

If you are a female and aged 25 or older, you need to know this.
Cervical Cancer screening test is a vital preventative measure for women.
Since November 2017, the Pap smear has been replaced by the Cervical Screening Test (CST). The procedure feels the same as the previous Pap smear but CST not only looks for abnormal cells but also Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). There are about 80 types of HPV and some are particularly nasty and can increase the risk of cervical cancer.
If there is no HPV then the risk of cervical cancer is very much reduced. Therefore, if CST result is normal, this test only needed to be repeated every 5 years. However, if you experience any abnormal vaginal bleeding or symptoms eg: pain, discharge, sensation of a lump, etc. you need to see your doctor to find out the cause.
CST is performed on females aged 25 and older who have been sexually active.
Disclaimer: This is general information only, not intended to provide medical advice. Pls consult your doctor for specific medical queries.

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