Health Diary

FRIDAY, JUNE 3

WHAT YOUR NAILS SAY ABOUT YOU

Your nails and how they look can give a glimpse into your occupation, hobbies and general health. Find out how dermatologists diagnose and manage nail problems at this talk - Me And My Nails.

National University Hospital, 1 Main Building, O & G Seminar Room, Level 6, 1 to 2pm, Free. To register, call 6772-2184.

SATURDAY, JUNE 4

MANAGE YOUR OBESITY

Over 400,000 Singaporeans face the risk of obesity-related diseases. Find out how metabolic surgery can help and how to achieve successful weight loss through diet, and more. This forum Weight Loss - One Step Closer is organised by the National University Hospital's Centre for Obesity Management and Surgery.

Capital Tower, 168 Robinson Road, STI Auditorium, Level 9, 1 to 3pm, Free. To register, send your name, mobile number and number of seats required to mandy_ong@nuhs.edu.sg or send a text message to 9671-8602 by 5pm, Thursday.

DEMENTIA FORUM

Learn about dementia at this forum in Mandarin organised by the Geriatric Centre, Khoo Teck Puat Hospital and Lien Foundation. Musician Ian Chen from Taiwanese pop band F.I.R. will share the limelight with geriatrician Nieh Chih Ming, caregiver Leng Chan, music therapist Jane Tan and drama therapist Lee Wai Ying.

Shaw Tower, 100 Beach Road 03-01, Shine Auditorium, 10am to 12.30pm, Free. To register, go to http://bit.do/forgetusnot

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on May 31, 2016, with the headline Health Diary. Subscribe